Printer Operation
Load the Printer
23063L-001 Rev. 2 6/21/2004 RXiIIIPlus User Guide 27
To load the ribbon, complete these steps:
1. Align the segments of the ribbon supply spindle as shown in Figure 19.
Figure 19 • Ribbon Supply Spindle Segments
2. Place the roll of ribbon on the ribbon supply spindle, and push the core as far back as it
can go. Figure 20 shows the printer components that are mentioned in this procedure.
Figure 20 • Interior Components for Ribbon Loading
3. If the printhead is closed, open it using the printhead lever.
4. Thread the ribbon leader and attached ribbon under the ribbon guide roller, through the
print mechanism, and past the platen roller.
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Top roller
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Ribbon take-up spindle
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Ribbon supply spindle
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Ribbon guide roller
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Ribbon leader attached to ribbon
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Platen roller (not shown)
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Printhead lever (shown in the Open position)
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