Maintain the Everest printer
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Changing the print ribbon

Before you change the Everest print ribbon, allow time for the new ribbon to become acclimated
to the environment. Allow more time for greater temperature and humidity differences.

- Important! Ribbons must be stored at a temperature between 50°– 90°F (10°– 32°C). Avoid

moisture and direct sunlight. Do not reuse ribbons.
1. Power off the printer.
2. Remove the print ribbon.
a. Press the two side cover
latches to release the side
cover.
b. Lower the side cover.
c. Turn latch 1 counter-
clockwise.
d. Remove the print ribbon
carrier.
e. Remove the print ribbon
from the carrier.
Side cover latches
3. Discard the used print ribbon.

# Tip: Perform cleaning

procedures while the print
ribbon is removed. For more
information see Cleaning the
Everest printer. Refer to
page 25.
Side cover
Print ribbon carrier Latch 1