Ribbon cartridge loading, Ribbon path around the printhead – IBM TM7 User Manual
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Note: You might need to grab the body of the cartridge rather than the top to
remove it.
3. Maintain ribbon tension by turning the ribbon cartridge knob as shown in
Figure 21. Lower the cartridge into position until the notches on its sides snap
into place on the printer guides. Once the cartridge is in place, turn the knob
until the ribbon slides into place between the printhead and the ribbon shield.
See Figure 22 for correct ribbon positioning.
4. Close the ribbon cover.
Figure 21. Ribbon Cartridge Loading
Correct
Not Correct
Ribbon Shield
Printhead
Figure 22. Ribbon Path around the Printhead
updated March 18, 2002
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