Getting Started

1.7Ribbon Loading

In thermal-transfer mode, ribbons must be attached to the Take-up Hub. The ribbon can be wound directly on to the hub and held with a clasp, or a used ribbon core can be placed on the hub.

1.7.1 Ribbon Loading Instructions

1.Disengage the Printhead by rotating the Head-Lift Lever counterclockwise to the ‘up’ position.

2.Slide the Ribbon on to the Ribbon Supply Hub. Route the ribbon, (see Figure 1-8), and attach the ribbon to the Ribbon Take-up Hub.

3.Engage the Printhead by rotating the Head-Lift Lever clockwise and locking it in the ‘down’ position.

Figure 1-8 Ribbon Loading

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