Operations 53

Load Ribbon

Load Ribbon

Note • This section applies only to printers that have the Thermal Transfer option installed.

The ribbon supply spindle in your printer is a dual-tension variety. Most applications require the spindle to be in the normal position. The low tension position is recommended only when a narrow ribbon is used or if normal tension hampers the ribbon movement.

Always use ribbon that is wider than the media to protect the printhead from wear. For direct thermal printing, do not load ribbon in the printer.

Figure 12 • Ribbon Path

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1Printhead assembly

2Ribbon supply spindle

3Ribbon take-up spindle

4Tension blades

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S4M User Guide

13290L-004 Rev. A