6. Insert the ribbon guide over the metal pins on each side

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of the print head as shown below. The smaller end of the

 

guide should be on top, with its angled edge facing back

 

toward the platen. Turn the ribbon-tightening knob again

 

to remove any slack in the ribbon.

 

ribbon guide

 

7.Slide the print head from side to side to see that it moves smoothly and that the ribbon is not twisted or creased.

print head

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