Carl Valentin Spectra 107/12, Quick Reference Manual

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Spectra
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Loading transfer ribbon
NOTICE!
As for the electrostatic unloading the thin coating of the thermal printhead or other electronic parts can be damaged,
the transfer ribbon should be antistatic.
The use of wrong materials can lead to printer malfunctions and the guarantee can expire.
NOTICE!
Before a new transfer ribbon roll is loaded, the printhead must be cleaned using printhead and roller cleaner
(97.20.002).
The handling instructions for the use of Isopropanol (IPA) must be observed. In the case of skin or eye contact,
immediately wash off the fluid thoroughly with running water. If the irritation persists, consult a doctor. Ensure good
ventilation.
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Open the printer cover.
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Open printhead (A) by turning the red pressure lever (B) anticlockwise.
Spectra 216: Pull centring plate (K) outwardly.
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Load the transfer ribbon roll (C) with outer winding onto the unwinding roll (D).
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Place an empty ribbon roll on the rewinding roll (E) and lead the transfer ribbon below the printhead.
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Fix the ribbon with an adhesive tape in rotating direction at the empty roll of the rewinding roll (E).
Pay attention to the rotation direction of transfer ribbon rewinder anticlockwise.
Spectra 216: Lift centring plate (K) again upwards.
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In order to move the printhead (A) down, turn the red pressure lever (B) in clockwise direction until it locks.
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Close the printer cover.
NOTICE!
For the thermal transfer printing method it is necessary to load a ribbon, otherwise when using the printer in direct
thermal print it is not necessary to load a ribbon. The ribbons used in the printer have to be at least the same width as
the print media. In case the ribbon is narrower than the print media, the printhead is partly unprotected and this could
lead to early wear and tear.