Printronix P8000 Series Administrator's Manual page 39

Ribbon
Cartridge
Tab (2)
Tab Slot (2)
5. Remove the ribbon slack on the new ribbon cartridge by turning the ribbon tension knob clockwise.
CAUTION Do not turn the ribbon tension knob counterclockwise. This could damage the
ribbon cartridge.
6. Hold the cartridge at an angle, so that the rear side nearest you is lower than the side with the ribbon.
Find the two tabs on the outside of the cartridge and place them into the corresponding slots on the
air shroud assembly (see Figure 18).
Figure 18 Installing the Ribbon Cartridge
Ribbon
Ribbon
Tension Knob
Air Shroud
Assembly
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