Genicom PC4 manual Ribbon Load, Loading a Fresh Ribbon Roll

Chapter 3 — Operation

Ribbon Load

Thermal transfer ribbons are required when printing on non heat-sensi- tive media. The type of transfer ribbon should match the face materials, so as to obtain the best durability and printout quality.

Loading a Fresh Ribbon Roll

1Open the printer's top cover by pressing the release buttons on both sides and folding the cover upwards/rearwards.

2Press the green release tabs at the bottom of the top cover on both sides of the printhead and fold down the print carriage halfway (45° angle) while keeping the top cover fully opened.

3Remove front core with the used-up ribbon and the empty core at the rear. Keep the empty core!

4Unpack a fresh roll of transfer ribbon and route the ribbon leader down in front of the wall, that separates the print carriage from the media compartment, so the ribbon will feed from the top of the roll with the ink-covered side facing rearwards.

5Install the ribbon roll in the rear position by placing one end over the left-side hub and pushing to the left. Then align the right end with the right-side hub and engage.

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