Removing The Ribbon Cartridge - Star Micronics LC-8021 User Manual

8 Printer Setup
Close the front cover of the printer.
Print head
Slot
Ribbon guide
Important!
Printing that is poor quality or too light is almost always due to a ribbon that is
simply worn out or "used up." If you experience problems with print quality,
check the condition of the ribbon. If the black part looks gray and well-worn,
replace the ribbon with a new one.

Removing the ribbon cartridge

Use the following procedure to remove the ribbon cartridge from the printer
when you want to replace it with a new one.
Make sure that the printer is unplugged from its power outlet.
Open the front cover of the printer.
Note:
You will probably find later steps to perform if you remove the cover.
By hand, move the print head to the left as far as it will go, where there is a
cutout to allow easy installation and removal of the ribbon cartridge.
Metal rods
Slot
Knob