5.3 Ribbon Width Adjustment
The adjustable ribbon handler feature allows adjustment to the ribbon
supply hub that provides optimum tension when using different widths
and/or types of media and ribbon. To adjust:
1. Turn ‘off’ the printer.
2. Hold the Hub and rotate the Ribbon Tension Adjustment Knob to
meet your media/ribbon widths based on the table below. Ensure that
the Ribbon Tension Adjustment Knob is turned fully to the
clockwise or counterclockwise position. The knob will no longer
turn once it is in the proper position; do not force or over turn.
Ribbon Size
Ribbon Width
Direction of Rotation
Narrow
1 - 2 inches
Clockwise*
Wide
2 - 4 inches
Counterclockwise*
* Continue turning the Ribbon Tension Adjustment Knob until it will not turn any
further in either the clockwise or counterclockwise position.
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