Datamax-O'Neil I-Class Operator’s Manual - Manual (Page 26)

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3.4 Ribbon Loading
The Thermal Transfer Option type determines the applicable ribbon type [Coating Side In
(CSI) or Coating Side Out (CSO)]. Depending upon the option type, load ribbon as follows:
A. Unlock the Printhead Latch and raise the Printhead Assembly. Following the Directional
Arrows on the Thermal Transfer Option, orient the Ribbon Roll accordingly and then slide
it completely onto the Ribbon Supply Hub.
B. Route the ribbon under the Ribbon Idler and Printhead Assembly then up and around the
Ribbon Take-Up Hub. Wind the ribbon several times (in a clockwise direction) around the
Ribbon Take-Up Hub to secure it.
C. If loading media, return to the media loading instructions; otherwise, lower the
Printhead Assembly and rotate the Printhead Latch into the locked position.
Ribbon
Take-Up Hub
Printhead
Latch
Ribbon Idler
Ribbon Roll
Ribbon Supply Hub
Directional Arrows
CSI Thermal Transfer Option
Printhead
Assembly
Ribbon
Take-Up Hub
Printhead
Latch
Ribbon Idler
Ribbon Roll
Ribbon Supply Hub
Directional Arrows
CSO Thermal Transfer Option
Printhead
Assembly
 Note: Coating Side In and Coating Side Out ribbons are NOT interchangeable.