9.Lift the cartridge’s ribbon guide (①) and insert it firmly over the metal pins behind the print head (②). Make sure the ribbon is not twisted or creased and that it is in place behind the print head. Then press down the guide until it clicks into place.

ribbon guide

ribbon-tightening knob

10.Turn the ribbon-tightening knob in the direction of the arrow to remove any slack in the ribbon as shown in step 9. Then slide the print head from side to side to make sure it moves smoothly.

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