Load ribbon – Zebra S4M User Manual

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Operations

Load Ribbon

10/21/05

S4M User Guide

13290L-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 19 • 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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