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NOTE: The ribbon supply spindle in your printer is a “dual tension” variety. Most applications require the spindle to be in the “normal” position. The “low tension” position is recommended only when a wide ribbon is used and normal tension hampers the ribbon movement.
NOTE: To place this spindle in the “normal” position, firmly pull out the spindle end cap until it clicks into place as shown in Figure 21. To place the spindle in the “low tension” position, firmly push in the end cap until it clicks into place.
Spindle End Cap | Spindle End Cap |
Extended | Retracted |
Normal Position | Low Tension Position |
Figure 21
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CAUTION: Always use ribbon that is wider than the media. The smooth liner of the ribbon protects the printhead from wear. (For direct thermal printing, do not load ribbon in the printer.)
Refer to Figure 22.
1.Press the printhead open lever. The printhead assembly springs up.
2.Orient the ribbon as shown. Push the ribbon roll completely onto the ribbon supply spindle.
3.Pull the end of the ribbon over the ribbon sensor, under the printhead assembly, and out the front of the printer.
4.Hold the ribbon snug and free of wrinkles and in line with the guide mark near the left edge of the ribbon guide plate. Close the printhead assembly.
5.Wind the ribbon clockwise onto the ribbon
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