Zebra Technologies ZEBRA Z4M H-974 - Manual (Page 25)

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Ribbon Loading
NOTE: 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 wide
ribbon is used and normal tension hampers the ribbon movement.
To place this spindle in the "normal" position, firmly pull out the
spindle end cap until it clicks into place as shown in Figure 20. To
place the spindle in the "low tension" position, firmly push in the
spindle end cap until it clicks into place.
Loading the Ribbon
CAUTION: Always use ribbon that is wider than the media. The smooth
backing of the ribbon protects the printhead from wear. (For direct thermal
printing, do not load ribbon in the printer.)
Refer to Figure 21.
1. Press the printhead open lever. The printhead assembly springs up.
2. Push the ribbon roll completely onto the ribbon supply spindle.
3. Pull the end of the ribbon over the ribbon sensor, under the printhead assembly,
and out the front of the printer.
4. Close the printhead assembly, keeping the ribbon snug and free of wrinkles and
in line with the guide mark near the left edge of the ribbon guide plate.
5. Wind the ribbon clockwise onto the ribbon take-up spindle.
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Low tension position
Spindle end cap
retracted
Spindle end cap
extended
Normal position
Figure 20