Support article for Lexmark FORMS PRINTER 2591
Identification and Installation of 2500 Forms Printer Ribbon Cartridges
Overview
This article provides instructions on:
- How to identify or differentiate the old and new dot matrix cartridge
- How to replace the ribbon on a dot matrix printer
Ribbon cartridge identification
The old and new cartridges are completely interchangeable.
| Bottom view | Top view |
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Ribbon cartridge replacement procedure
| Step | Action | Image |
| 1 | Release the latches on the upper cover and move the cover to an open position. |  |
| 2 | Lift the cover straight up to remove it from the printer. |  |
| 3 | Pinch the tabs inward to release the cartridge. |  |
| 4 | Lift up the cartridge to remove it. |  |
| 5 | Insert the new cartridge, with the print head side slightly ahead of the body. |  |
| 6 | Push the cartridge into position with two fingers. Do not press on the release tabs. |  |
| 7 | If the cartridge does not lock into place, rotate position knob in the direction shown by arrow (shown on the image) slightly and re-try. |  |
| 8 | Once the cartridge is in position, install the upper cover. | ... |
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