Apple ImageWriter II - Manual (Page 4)

continuous-loop, fabric ribbons. They will not run out, only wear out after a lot of use. Change the ribbon
when characters look faded.
Installing the ribbon cartridge is simple. Here’s how to do it.
Locate the ribbon knob on the ribbon cartridge and turn the knob clockwise to tighten the ribbon.
Tightening the Ribbon
If the ribbon cartridge deck is off to the side, gently slide it toward the center to give yourself some
working room.
Ribbon Cartridge Deck
Lower the ribbon cartridge onto the deck. Make sure that the ribbon slips between the plastic ribbon
guide and the clear paper guide.
Positioning the Ribbon
When the ribbon is in position, gently press the cartridge between the two cartridge support tabs, so that
the ribbon snaps into place. Make sure the ribbon is still positioned between the ribbon and paper
guides.
Properly Seated Ribbon
Take any slack out of the ribbon by turning the ribbon knob clockwise.
Return the front cover to the printer by slipping the cover tabs into the receiving slots and pressing down
on the cover.
Removing the Ribbon Cartridge
To remove a ribbon for replacement, gently spread the support tabs and lift the cartridge out.
Important!
The printer will not function if the front cover is off or incorrectly mounted. However, you can run the
printer when the front cover window is tilted open or removed.
Starting the ImageWriter II
Starting the printer takes two steps—plugging in the power cord and turning on the power.
Plug the power cord into the ImageWriter II’s power socket and plug the three-pronged end into the
power outlet.
This equipment is intended to be electrically grounded. Your ImageWriter II is equipped with a three-wire
grounding plug—a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This plug will fit only a grounding-type AC outlet.
This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact a licensed electrician to
replace the outlet with a properly grounded outlet.
Do not defeat the purpose of the grounding plug!