Specifications

5–30
Adjustments
11. Push the force gauge horizontally to the left. Note the gauge indication
when the feeler gauge comes loose.
NOTE: If springs have been replaced, set the preload at the high end of
range, otherwise set it at the low end.
a. If the indication is between 12 and 17 pounds, go to Step 12.
b. If the indication is less than 12 pounds, install a shuttle spring shim
as described on page 5–32 and repeat Steps 9. through 11.
c. If the indication is greater than 17 pounds, remove a shuttle spring
shim and repeat Steps 9. through 11.
12. Operate the printer.
a. Run a shuttle/ribbon fast test for 10 minutes. Check for rattle and
increase the preload if necessary.
b. Run a shuttle/ribbon slow test. Check for stalls or no–start conditions
and decrease the preload if necessary.
13. Install the dust barrier.
14. Install the gasket, cam front cover plate, and six screws.
15. Install the cam cover and tighten the two captive cover screws.
16. Install the ribbon deck assembly by reversing the steps on page 5–2.
17. Install paper and close the printer cover.