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Pen Holder and Pens
The pen holder is shipped with a black pen installed. After loading the plotting
paper, install the pen holder in the carriage spindle as follows:
To install the pen holder
1
Select the pen holder with pen installed from the tool rack molded in
the rear cover.
2
A plastic lift washer is used to reduce friction between the tool holder
and the lift fork of the carriage spindle during operation. There should
be one installed on the pen holder. If not, slip a lift washer from the
Tool Kit over the barrel and slide the washer to the top of the holder.
3
Drop the pen holder into the carriage spindle. A slot, or keyway, in the
barrel of the pen holder ensures proper orientation. If necessary, rotate
the pen holder until it drops completely into the carriage spindle.
4
When the pen holder is in place, swing the tool force arm and snap it
over the cone-shaped cap.
5
For plotting, start with a tool force setting of about 5. (See Plotter User
Reference Card .) If the pen does not make a clear, dark line, increase the
tool force setting.