Printronix P7000 Cartridge Ribbon Printer - Manual (Page 43)

Changing Ribbon Cartridge
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Changing Ribbon Cartridge
Before changing the ribbon cartridge, determine whether at the end of ribbon
life if you want to make the print lighter (extend the ribbon life) or darker
(shorten the ribbon life). If you want to make the print lighter or darker, go to
“Ribbon End Point” on page 83 and follow the procedures for adjusting the
image density. If you are satisfied with the print darkness, continue with the
following steps.
NOTE: Ribbon cartridge instructions and illustrations shown in the following
section are for the pedestal model. Follow the same procedures for
the cabinet model.
Figure 19. Preparing to Load the Ribbon
1. Open the printer cover.
2. Raise the platen lever as far as it will go.
3. Close the tractor doors.
4. Remove the old ribbon cartridge and discard properly.
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Blue Tractor
Door (2)
Platen Lever