User guide

Printer Operation
Ribbon Loading
11342L Rev. 8 6/4/2004 105SL User Guide 31
5. Open the printhead and thread the leader and attached ribbon through the print
mechanism, under the upper roller, and past the platen roller (Figure 24).
Figure 24 • Ribbon Loading
6. Before wrapping the ribbon around the ribbon take-up spindle, ensure the ribbon hook is
placed correctly. The ribbon hook fits snugly in the notch (Figure 25).
Figure 25 • Ribbon Hook Placement
7. Place the ribbon with leader around the ribbon take-up spindle and wind counterclockwise
for several turns (Figure 24).
8. Close the printhead.