Datacard Group ImageCard SelectTM and UltraGrafix SelectTM Printers Swing arm, Ribbon tracker

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Swing arm

The swing arm opens to give you access to the print ribbon cartridge, continuous cleaning roller, and printhead cartridge. Push down on the raised end of the swing arm to open it.

Ribbon tracker

The ribbon tracker measures the movement of the print ribbon as it moves from the supply spool during printing.

Printhead cartridge

The printhead, contained in the printhead cartridge, applies heat and pressure, which transfers dye and other material from the print ribbon to the card. The printhead cartridge is replaceable.

Printer label/serial number

The printer label includes the printer serial number and information about optional components of the printer.

Print ribbon cartridge

The print ribbon cartridge holds the print ribbon.

Card advance knob

The card advance knob turns to move a card along the card transport track. If a card remains in the printer, use this knob to move the card in the card track.

Continuous cleaning roller

The continuous cleaning roller is a new feature of the Select printer with Advanced Imaging Technology. The roller includes a spindle and a replaceable cleaning sleeve. The spindle holds the roller in place. The replaceable cleaning sleeve removes dirt and debris from the permanent cleaning roller in the printer and should be changed regularly.

User’s Guide for ImageCard® Select™ and UltraGrafix® Select™ Printers