Vario II series
Loading media
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Operating manual
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5.2 Loading transfer ribbon
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.
Figure 8
Before a new transfer ribbon roll is loaded, the printhead must be
cleaned using printhead and roller cleaner (97.20.002). For
detailed information, please see page 91.
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.
1. Open the printer cover.
2. Open printhead (A) by turning the pressure lever (B)
anticlockwise.
3. Load the transfer ribbon roll (C) with outer winding onto the
unwinding roll (D).
4. Place an empty ribbon roll on the rewinding roll (E).
5. Lead the transfer ribbon below the printhead.
6. Fix the ribbon with an adhesive tape in rotating direction at the
empty roll of the rewinding roll (E).
