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Scinomix TS-1023 Instructions Manual

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TS-1023
Ribbon Tension
Adjustment
(VX2/VXL)

Purpose

This document provides instructions for adjusting the ribbon tension on the Sci-Print
VX2/VXL.

Intended Use

If experiencing issues with the ribbon ripping, or diagonal white lines through the print on
the label (ribbon wrinkles).

Required Material and Equipment

● 2.5mm Allen wrench (for Squix printer)
● 2mm Allen wrench (for A2 printer)

Intended Audience

Scinomix End User
Intended Audience
Field Service Representative from Scinomix or approved vendors.

Prerequisites

N/A

Procedure

1. Ribbon Core. Make sure the ribbon core is tightened against the bottom of the
ribbon take-up reel.
File Location: Google Drive
Document Owner:
Service Department
Revision: B
Approved Date: AUG-22-2022 Approved by: Service
Effective Date:
AUG-22-2022
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  • Page 1 ● 2mm Allen wrench (for A2 printer) Intended Audience Scinomix End User Intended Audience Field Service Representative from Scinomix or approved vendors. Prerequisites Procedure 1. Ribbon Core. Make sure the ribbon core is tightened against the bottom of the ribbon take-up reel.
  • Page 2 TS-1023 Ribbon Tension Document Owner: Effective Date: Page 2 of 7 Adjustment Service Department AUG-22-2022 (VX2/VXL) Figure 1. (A2 printer View from rear of instrument) Figure 2. (Squix printer from front of instrument) 2. Ribbon Attached to Core at Bottom. Confirm the ribbon is wrapped around the ribbon core (counter-clockwise).
  • Page 3 TS-1023 Ribbon Tension Document Owner: Effective Date: Page 3 of 7 Adjustment Service Department AUG-22-2022 (VX2/VXL) Figure 3. 3. Check/Adjust Ribbon Tension Bar. Use a 2.5mm Allen wrench to adjust the set screw in the base of the ribbon tension bar.
  • Page 4 TS-1023 Ribbon Tension Document Owner: Effective Date: Page 4 of 7 Adjustment Service Department AUG-22-2022 (VX2/VXL) Figure 4. 4. Check the location and pressure of the red tension fingers: The red tension fingers that press the printhead against the print roller should be set as shown in Figure 5 below.
  • Page 5 TS-1023 Ribbon Tension Document Owner: Effective Date: Page 5 of 7 Adjustment Service Department AUG-22-2022 (VX2/VXL) that the scribed line on the wrinkle bar is slightly to the positive side of the centerline. Set the bottom pin the same way (no need to adjust the position of this pin).
  • Page 6 TS-1023 Ribbon Tension Document Owner: Effective Date: Page 6 of 7 Adjustment Service Department AUG-22-2022 (VX2/VXL) a. If experiencing ribbon wrinkling, moving the pin up may help reduce wrinkling. b. Use a 2.5mm Allen wrench to loosen the set screw in the face of the top guide pin, then slide the pin up.
  • Page 7 TS-1023 Ribbon Tension Document Owner: Effective Date: Page 7 of 7 Adjustment Service Department AUG-22-2022 (VX2/VXL) Figure 7. If you need additional assistance, please call our service department at 314-298-9800 or email service@scinomix.com. Definitions Revision History Version: Change: Effective Date:...

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