Zebra Technologies 1050020011570, 105SLTM, ZM40021014100T Load Ribbon, Figure 21 • Ribbon Path, To load ribbon, complete these steps:

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Load Ribbon

Load Ribbon

Always use ribbon that is wider than the media to protect the printhead from wear. Ribbon must be coated on the outside (see Coated Side of Ribbon on page 27 to determine which side of a ribbon is coated). For direct thermal printing, do not load ribbon in the printer.

Figure 21 • Ribbon PathTo load ribbon, complete these steps:

1.Align the segments of the ribbon supply spindle.

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

3.Place the roll of ribbon on the ribbon supply spindle and push it all the way back.

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