Gemini User’s Manual

Hint #3: Begin by setting either ribbon spool securely on a ribbon spool axle. Make sure you have the spool positioned so it will wind/unwind as shown in the figures. Place the spool securely on the axle, so that the “drivepins” engage the spool.

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Figure 2-16. You might want to use a ball point pen to lightly press the ribbon guide toward the platen while inserting the ribbon.

Hint ++4: Then thread the ribbon, taking care around the print head. Figure 2-16 shows how to insert the ribbon in the slot between the print head and the ribbon guide. Figure 2-17 shows you how to position the ribbon to avoid misprints or to prevent the ribbon coming off during printing.

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