Operating procedures
High volume printer — loading a tag roll
CAUTION While performing tasks near an open print head, remove rings, watches, necklaces, identification badges, or other metallic objects that could touch the print head. If tags or ribbon run out while printing you do not have to turn off printer power during tag roll or ribbon replacement, but it is recommended as a safety precaution.
1.As shown below, open the printer by carefully lifting the right cover panel up on its hinges, exposing the inside of the printer.
2.Slide out and flip down the tag roll guide on the tag roll holder (see below).
3.Place the tag roll on the holder so the tag roll and leader will unwind counterclockwise as shown. Push the roll back as far as it will go on the holder.
4.Flip up the tag roll guide, then slide it in until it touches the edge of the tag roll.
5.If the rewind plate (not shown above) is attached to the front surface of the print head assembly, remove and store it. The rewind plate is not used when printing in the
6.Open the print head assembly by rotating the print head open/close lever counterclockwise.
7.Loosen the thumbscrew (not shown) located on the bottom of the outer tag strip guide.
8.Slide the outer tag strip guide all the way out.
9.Thread the tag roll leader under the roller, tag strip sensor, print head, and snap plate, then over the platen roller and
Note: If you thread the tag roll leader over the roller, tag strip sensor, print head, or snap plate, the tag strip will obstruct the ribbon sensor and cause a false RIBBON OUT error.
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