Lathem 7000E User Manual page 9

4 Precautions to take when replacing the ribbon
Take the following precautions when inserting a new ribbon cassette.
Install the ribbon cassette so that the ribbon is between the print head and the
ribbon mask (see the figure on the left). Printing will not come out properly if the
ribbon is placed behind the ribbon mask (see the figure on the right).
Print head
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Turn the knob of the ribbon cassette in
the direction of the arrow to tighten
the ribbon.
Knob
Ribbon mask
Ribbon
Print head
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Replace the cover by fitting the plugs
at both sides of the cover into the
holes located on the unit of the body,
and while pulling the cover toward
yourself, push down.
Ribbon mask
Ribbon
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