Star Micronics DOT MATRIX PRINTERS Installing the platen knob, Installing the ribbon cassette

6Printer Setup

Installing the platen knob

The platen knob is packed into a recess in the packaging material.

❏Install the knob on the shaft located inside the large hole on the left side of the printer. Make sure that the two splines of the platen shaft inside the printer fit into the slots inside the knob’s spindle. Press the knob carefully but firmly into place as far as it will go.

Installing the ribbon cassette

❏Make sure the printer is unplugged from its power outlet.

Caution!

Never move the print head while the printer is turned on. Doing so can damage the printer. If you have just finished printing, let the print head cool for a few minutes before you touch it.

❏Remove the front cover of the printer.

❏Remove the ribbon cassette from its package.