Ribbon Loading Instructions - Datamax Prodigy Plus Operator's Manual

1.8 Ribbon Loading Instructions

Load ribbon as shown below in Figure 1-11. The ribbon can be
wound directly onto the hub and held with a clasp, or a used
ribbon core can be placed on the hub.
Ribbon Loading Instructions
1. Disengage the Printhead by rotating the Head-Lift Lever
clockwise to the 'up' position.
2. Slide the Ribbon onto the Ribbon Supply Hub. Route the
ribbon, (see Figure 1-11), and attach the ribbon to the Ribbon
Take-up Hub.
3. Engage the Printhead by rotating the Head-Lift Lever
counterclockwise to the 'down' position.
4. Ensure that the Transfer Switch is in the 'on' position.
Note: If using a ribbon that is translucent, (i.e., color other than
black), it may be necessary to turn on switch 1-7 located on
the back of the Printer.
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Getting Started
Figure 1-11 Ribbon Loading
Prodigy Plus