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Paper for the N86 terminal printer: sizes and changing the roll

The N86 prints receipts on thermal paper: no ink or ribbon needed. The N6 has no printer and sends the receipt digitally.

Which paper to buy #

Feature Value
Type Thermal paper
Width 57 mm
Roll diameter 30 mm at most
Core (the inner tube) 12 mm

A roll larger than 30 mm will not fit in the compartment. Choose paper free of bisphenol A (BPA) and bisphenol S (BPS): it is safer for anyone handling receipts all day.

The terminal box includes a spare roll. You can buy more at a stationery shop or online.

Changing the roll #

  1. Turn the terminal over: the printer cover is on the back, where the contactless logo is. It has no lever and simply clips shut: take hold of it at the top, on the side of the cover, and pull it towards you.
  2. Remove the core of the empty roll.
  3. Insert the new roll with the loose end facing away from the screen.
  4. Pull out a few centimetres of paper and close the cover, pressing until it clicks.
  5. Tear off the excess paper downwards.

If the receipt comes out blank, the roll is in the wrong way round: thermal paper only prints on one side.

Storing the paper #

  • Keep it away from sun and heat: thermal paper turns black.
  • Printed receipts fade over time: for your accounts use the Statements and the transaction history, not the paper.