4-10 Videojet DataFlex 6530 Operator Manual - Rev AA
Startup
6. Turn the empty spool by hand to take up any excess ribbon. Stop turning the empty spool
when the full spool starts to rotate (Figure 4-13).
Note: If the supplied ribbon has a transparent section or printed leader at the start, rotate the empty
spool to take up all the transparent ribbon.
Note: Ensure the following:
• The ribbon runs in between the printhead and the peel roller
• The ribbon is not twisted or caught
• The ribbon has not become loose while replacing the cassette
Figure 4-13: Ribbon Spool Routing