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Each of the mandrels contains two flexing pressure clips, which provide quick and easy
fastening/unfastening of reels to the mandrels. Diagram 2.6b show the pressure clips in both the
‘open’ and ‘closed’ position.
2.7 Labeling Mechanics
The PL1200 labeling unit contains seven major components for printing and dispensing labels for
pickup by your host machine. This section will describe in detail the hardware components that
make up the PL1200 labeling unit. The hardware descriptions and location information are
provided to help you familiarize yourself with the PL1200 labeling unit for operation and
maintenance.
Following this section you will find a photograph that shows in detail all of the parts information
described in this section. The number found next to each part description corresponds to the
number of the part shown in the photograph in diagram 2.7a
Diagram 2.6b
Pressure clip in 'closed' position
locks media reel in place on the mandrel
Pressure clip in 'open' position,
media reels can be removed
from or returned to the mandrel
PL1200 Thermal Transfer Printer
Introduction