Loading Ribbon 3-1
LOADING RIBBON
This chapter describes how to load ribbon.
If you are using thermal direct supplies, do not load a ribbon.
Your System Administrator must set the printer to use a ribbon.
About Ribbons
♦ The ribbon cores only fit on the ribbon reels one way.
♦ Use your empty ribbon core as the take-up core.
♦ An extra take-up core is available by ordering part number 11796120 (2-inch),
11796130 (3-inch), or 11796140 (4-inch).
♦ Ribbons unwind from a clockwise or counter-clockwise direction.
1. Open the cover.
2. Turn the printhead latch to unlock the printhead.
3. Lift the printhead assembly until it locks into place.