42Operations Load Ribbon

To load ribbon, complete these steps:

1.Set the ribbon supply spindle for normal or low tension.

•To place the ribbon supply spindle in the normal position, firmly pull out the spindle end cap until it extends and clicks in place, as shown in Figure 20.

•To place the ribbon supply spindle in the low-tension position, firmly push in the end cap until it retracts and clicks in place, as shown in Figure 20.

Figure 20 • Ribbon Spindle—Normal and Low Tension

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1Normal Position (Spindle End Cap Extended)

2Low-Tension Position (Spindle End Cap Retracted)

2.Press the printhead release latch to open the printhead assembly. Lift the printhead until it latches open.

3.Orient the ribbon with the loose end unrolling clockwise.

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S4M User Guide

10/21/05