IBM A00 Printer User Manual


 
7. Align the ribbon mounting pins on the left and right side of the ribbon cartridge
with the slots in the cartridge supports. Snap the ribbon cartridge down into
place.
8. Turn the ribbon advance knob again in the direction of the arrow to take up
slack in the ribbon.
9. Slide the printhead back and forth to ensure that the ribbon guide runs freely
along the ribbon.
10. If the ribbon is not running freely, or to ensure you have installed the ribbon
cartridge correctly, check that:
a. The left and right ribbon mounting pins are securely snapped into the
cartridge supports
b. There are no twists or folds in the ribbon
c. The ribbon is not catching on the printhead
d. The ribbon moves when you turn the ribbon advance knob in the direction
of the arrow. If the ribbon does not move, replace the ribbon cartridge.
Contact your place of ribbon cartridge purchase.
11. Close the top cover.
You can read about removing a ribbon cartridge in “Removing Ribbon Cartridge” on
page 133.
Connecting Electrical Power
Read the following safety information, and follow the steps for connecting electrical
power to the printer.
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