Question about Epson LX-300 Matrix Printer

Prints with a line cutting through

Printer quality gives a line inbetween the words, cutting though every printed line, even if the ribbon is new. i have tried cleaning the head with spirit but the problems persists

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Change head cable ,as it is damaged- broken

Posted on Aug 28, 2006

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