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1.2 MultiMax 6ds printer components
1.2.1 The MultiMax 6ds as viewed from the front
FIG 1-5 MULTIMAX
6DS, FRONT VIEW
1 Control Panel and LCD: All printer activity can be initiated from the 8
key control panel. The LCD informs the user on the current status of the
printer, or actions, which need to be taken. A detailed explanation can be
found in section 4.
2 Front Cover: The front cover protects the media from dust and also the
operator from any moving parts during operation. Therefore, the front
cover must be kept closed during operation. To open the front cover, you
must first pause the machine.
3 Pinch Rollers: The pinch rollers clamp the media to the drive system
and insure necessary tracking. The pinch rollers are electrically powered
from the keypad. The right pinch roller can be set in 2 different positions.
4 Printer Carriage: The printer carriage holds the ribbon cassette and the
thermal printhead. The thermal printhead is made from fragile ceramic
glaze; DO NOT TOUCH THE PRINTHEAD as oil or moisture can
corrode the surface. The printhead can also be VERY HOT, just after
printing.
5 Cleaning Plate: The cleaning plate is used to clean the thermal
printhead. While printing, the printhead cleans itself automatically and at
regular intervals.
6 Front Wheels: The front wheels of the MultiMax 6ds are equipped with
locking brakes. Secure the brakes, once the MultiMax 6ds is
permanently installed, by pressing the locking wheel brake down with
your foot.
7 Cutter Carriage: The cutter carriage is the mount for the contour cutting
knife holder.