Star Micronics SP500 Series - 2-2. Locating the Printer; 2-3. Handling Care; 2-4. Maintenance

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3. Check the gap at all measuring positions in section
1-1.
4. If the gap is not between 0.45 and 0.50 mm at step3,
repeat steps 1 through 2.
5. Install the ribbon holder [1].
1-2. Adjusting the Gap Between Print Head and the Platen
1. Raise and lower the adjusting bushing [5] on the left
side to adjust the left head gap.
2. Raise and lower the adjusting bushing [6] on the right
side to adjust the right head gap.
Fig. 1-3 Gap Adjustment
Fig. 1-4 Gap Adjustment
[5]
Gap
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[6]
Gap
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