Zebra Technologies Z4Mplus - Manual (Page 61)

53 Operations
Load Ribbon
1/18/06 Z4Mplus/Z6Mplus User Guide 13163L-001 Rev. A
Load 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
narrow ribbon is used or if normal tension hampers the ribbon movement.
Figure 20 • Ribbon Path
Note • This section applies only to printers that have the Thermal Transfer option installed.
Note • Always use ribbon that is wider than the media to protect the printhead from wear.
For direct thermal printing, do not load ribbon in the printer.
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Printhead assembly
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Ribbon supply spindle
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Ribbon take-up spindle
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Tension blades
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