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Load Ribbon
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79695L-002 Rev. A Z Series
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/RZ™ Series User Guide 6/6/08
To load ribbon, complete these steps:
1. Set the ribbon supply spindle for normal or low tension.
• To place the ribbon supply spindle in the normal position, firmly pull out the spindle
end cap until it extends and clicks in place, as shown in Figure 9. Use this setting for
most applications.
• To place the ribbon supply spindle in the low-tension position, firmly push in the end
cap until it retracts and clicks in place, as shown in Figure 9. Use this setting when
using a narrow ribbon or if normal tension hampers ribbon movement.
Figure 9 • Ribbon Spindle—Normal and Low Tension
2. Press the printhead release latch to open the printhead assembly. Lift the printhead until it
latches open.
Caution • While performing any tasks near an open printhead, remove all rings, watches,
hanging necklaces, identification badges, or other metallic objects that could touch the
printhead. You are not required to turn off the printer power when working near an open
printhead, but Zebra recommends it as a precaution. If you turn off the power, you will lose
all temporary settings, such as label formats, and you must reload them before you resume
printing.
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Normal Position (Spindle End Cap Extended)
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Low-Tension Position (Spindle End Cap Retracted)
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