For the Dual Push forms paths or the Push Pull forms path, you will need to haveordered and installed the optional, second forms tractor. Also consider ordering theoptional printer stand (see “Optional Printer Stand” on page 32). Contact your IBMmarketing representative for details or to order either item.Choosing a Forms Path for Your NeedsNote: IBM recommends that whenever possible you use the Front Push forms pathfor all your printing needs.You might select a forms path based on other operating needs. Use the followingtable when you are selecting a path. See “Chapter 8. Supplies, Forms, and Cables”on page 151 for information about forms weights and thicknesses.Table 3. Considerations For Choosing a PathFunctionFrontPushRearPushRearPullPushPullManual SheetFeed CommentsAutoload X XDocument on Demand(DOD) / Tear OffX XTear Off Adjustment X XDual Path Forms Input X X Requires 2 tractors. IBMrecommends optional PrinterStand.Park X X Requires manual tear offQuiet Key X X X X X Reduces throughput by 50%AFTA X X X X XTop of Form X XVertical Adjustment X XHorizontal Adjustment X X X XASF Mountable X * * See note 1.Notes:1. IBM recommends you remove the ASF before loading forms into the Rear Push forms path.2. To use the Push Pull or Dual Push forms paths you must install the optional, second forms tractor.Figure 17. 4247 Printer Forms Paths34 4247 Printer Model A00 User’s Guide
