Patron Proof Printer?

[Susan Persak]

Take the knobs off! (Actually, patrons did this for us unintentionally,
but it works).

Jennifer Sarber wrote:
> 
> Hi everyone:
> 
> One more question.
> 
> We have a few dot matrix printers available for patron use.   The
> printers are located in a high public area generally with older patrons.
> 
> These poor printers take a lot of abuse, and we have to keep sending
> them to be repaired.  Usually the paper feed tracker, where the patrons
> insist on CRANKING the KNOB instead of using the form or page feed.  We
> have placed SEVERAL signs in places where the patrons almost have to
> move the sign to use the printer.  The sign's continue to be overlooked.
> 
> Are there any suggestions that I can have about patron proofing
> printers?  Maybe we should use a different printer, but we prefer
> pin-fed paper.
> 
> Let me know what you think.
> Sincerely
> --
> Jennifer Sarber
> Indiana State Library
> Management Information Services
> 140 North Senate Avenue
> Indianapolis, IN  46204
> http://www.statelib.lib.in.us