Zebra R 2844-Z User Manual - Install The Take-Up Core

Loading Ribbon

You must use thermal transfer media (accepts wax and/or resin transferred

off a ribbon) when you use a ribbon.  When loading ribbon, you install the

supply and take-up rolls, then tighten the ribbon on the carriage.

Install the Ribbon Supply Roll

Before following these steps, prepare the

ribbon by removing its wrapping and

pulling its adhesive strip free.

1. Thread the ribbon through the

carriage.

2. Press the right side onto the supply

hub.

3. Align the notches on the left side and

mount onto the spokes of the left hub.

Install the Take-Up Core

1. Press the right side onto the take-up

hub.

2. Align the notches on the left side and

mount onto the spokes of the left hub.

You can find your first ribbon take-up

core in the packing box.  Subsequently,

use the empty supply core to take up the

next roll of ribbon.

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