7.Before wrapping the ribbon around the ribbon take-up spindle, ensure that the arrow on the knob aligns with the indented notch (see Figure 25 inset).

8.Place the ribbon (with leader, if used) around the ribbon take-up spindle and wind counterclockwise for several turns.

9.Close the printhead.

Printhead

Ribbon

Ribbon

take-up

supply

lever

spindle

spindle

 

Open

 

 

Closed

Figure 23

Printhead

Ribbon

Ribbon

take-up

supply

lever

spindle

spindle

 

Open

 

 

Closed

Figure 24

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