Loading Ribbon - Datamax M-Class Operator's Manual

3.4 Loading Ribbon

Ribbon is required with thermal transfer media. It is recommended that the width of the ribbon be slightly wider than the
media being used. Depending upon the type of Ribbon Supply Hub (see 3.4.1 for examples), the printer must use either
ribbons with the 'coating side in' or ribbons with the 'coating side out'. To load:
Note: Using a ribbon that is slightly wider than your media (and liner, if any) will help protect against printhead wear.
1. Open the media cover. Press in on the Printhead Latch
and raise the printhead assembly.
2. Slide the Ribbon Roll onto the Ribbon Supply Hub until
it rests against the hub's flange. Ensure the ribbon
unwinds in the correct direction (see 3.4.1 for
examples). Illustrations depict a 'Coated Side In'
assembly.
3. Route the ribbon under the Ribbon Idler and then out the
front of the printer approximately 12 inches.
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