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Printer Operation
Load the Ribbon
Figure 27 • Ribbon Spindle—Normal and Low Tension
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1Normal Position (Spindle End Cap Extended)
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2.See Figure 26. Press the printhead open lever. The printhead assembly springs up.
Caution • Ensure that the printhead is fully open and engaged in the upright position. If you fail to latch the printhead, it could fall on your hand during the procedure.
3.Orient the ribbon as shown. Push the ribbon roll completely onto the ribbon supply spindle.
4.Pull the end of the ribbon over the ribbon sensor, under the printhead assembly, and out the front of the printer.
5.Hold the ribbon snug and free of wrinkles and in line with the guide mark near the left edge of the strip plate. Close the printhead assembly.
6.Wind the ribbon clockwise onto the ribbon
Remove the Ribbon
To remove used ribbon, complete these steps:
1.If the ribbon has not run out, break it between the strip plate and the ribbon
Caution • Do not cut the ribbon on the ribbon
2.While turning the ribbon
3.When the tension blades collapse into the ribbon
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