Install the ribbon cartridge – Intermec PK80 User Manual

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Operation

Chapter 2

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PK80 Series 80-Column User’s Manual

Install the Ribbon Cartridge

Note: Additional ribbon cartridges are sold separately. See “Inside Sales” in
Chapter 1 for ordering information and part numbers.

Ensure that the ribbon cartridge is in the printer and is fully seated (car-
tridge makes a distinct “snap” or “click”) with the visible portion of the
ribbon straight and even before you do any printing.

1

Turn the ribbon advance knob (in the direction of the raised arrows) to
remove any slack in the ribbon.

2

Squeeze the ribbon cartridge locking tab into the cartridge, then lower
the cartridge over the print head.

3

Lower the tab side of the cartridge until it clicks.

4

Release the tab and press down on the arrow to fully seat the ribbon car-
tridge (tab clicks outward).

5

Turn the ribbon advance knob (follow raised arrows) to align the ribbon
in the front of the print head.

1 Ribbon
2 Locking tab
3 Advance knob
4 Tightens ribbon

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