NOTES: Your authorized Zebra reseller can recommend the
correct ribbon and If ribbon is loaded (PT400 only), remove the ribbon cartridge before loading the media.
1.Refer to Figure 4. Raise the media access door by lifting at the notch until it unhooks from the top cover.
2.Refer to Figure 5. Swing the media access door open to expose the media compartment.
3.Pivot the top cover to reveal the printhead.
4.Lift the printhead until you feel it “lock” into place. Use caution not to force the printhead past this position!
WARNING: NEVER touch the thermal print elements on the underside of the printhead. Under certain conditions, they can be very hot! Also, dirt or moisture from your hands can damage the printhead!
5.Refer to Figures 5 and 6. Remove approximately 6” (152.4 mm) of labels from the media roll. Then, thread the media into the printer until it extends approximately 1” (25.4 mm) past the printhead.
6.Separate and hold open the media hangers.
7.Place the media roll onto the media hangers, making sure it is tightly wound.
8.Release the media hangers to lock the media into the correct position. Ensure that the media is threaded under both media guides.
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