Zebra Technologies Z6Mplus - Manual (Page 58)

40 Z4Mplus/Z6Mplus User Guide 13163L Rev. 3 5/20/2004
Printer Operation
Load the Ribbon
Load the Ribbon
The ribbon supply spindle in your printer is a dual-tension variety. Most applications require
the spindle to be in the normal position. The low tension position is recommended only when a
wide ribbon is used or if normal tension hampers the ribbon movement.
Figure 26 • Ribbon Path
To load ribbon, complete these steps:
1. Set the spindle for normal or low tension.
• To place the spindle in the normal position, firmly pull out the spindle end cap until it
extends and clicks in place, as shown in Figure 27 .
• To place the spindle in the low-tension position, firmly push in the end cap until it
retracts and clicks in place, as shown in Figure 27 .
Note • Always use ribbon that is wider than the media. The smooth liner of the ribbon protects
the printhead from wear. For direct thermal printing, do not load ribbon in the printer.
1 Strip Plate
2 Printhead Assembly
3 Release Knob
4 Tension Blades
5 Ribbon Take-Up Spindle
6 Ribbon Supply Spindle
7 Ribbon Sensor
8 Printhead Open Lever
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