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Loading labels and ribbon
G5581A Microplate Labeler Quick Guide
Loading the new labels
You install the labels in three basic steps:
Step 1. Installing the label roll on the roll retainer
To install the label roll on the roll retainer:
1
Turn the green locking ring (
1
) counterclockwise, so that the arrow points to
.
2
Remove the margin stop (
2
).
3
On the roll retainer (
3
), load the new label roll so that it feeds counterclockwise with
the label side up.
4
Reposition the margin stop (
2
) on the roll retainer (
3
).
5
While firmly pushing the margin stop against the label roll (
4
), turn the green locking
ring (
1
) clockwise, so that the arrow points to
, securing the label roll in position.
IMPORTANT
To ensure the roll feeds properly and label presentation is repeatable, the margin stop
must be firmly in place against the label roll.
Step
For this task...
1
Install the label roll on the roll retainer.
2
Feed the label strip under the printhead.
3
Secure the label strip to the rewinder.
1
3
2
4
