4Precautions to take when replacing the ribbon
Take the following precautions when inserting a new ribbon cassette.
Install the ribbon cassette so that the ribbon is between the print head and the ribbon mask (see the figure on the left). Printing failure may occur if the ribbon is placed behind the ribbon mask (see the figure below).
Print head
Ribbon mask
Ribbon
Correct
5 Turn the knob of the ribbon cassette in the counter clockwise to tighten the ribbon.
Print head
Ribbon mask
Ribbon
Incorrect
6 Replace the cover by fitting the tabs at the bottom of the cover into the holes located on the clock.
Then close the cover letting it snap into place.
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