DMP 442  (260-2822)       Ribbon Installation           Faxback Doc. # 4368

* Black Ribbon (260-2819B)

* Note: The original ribbon (260-2823) has been discontinued. The 260-2819B
        is the correct replacement.  The 260-2819 (plain) ribbon is for the
        DMP-300 printer only. The 26-2819B will fit both the DMP-300 and
        DMP-442 printers.

If the ribbon is already installed, check to see that it is properly thread-
ed between the paper and print head.

If the ribbon cassette is not installed, or needs to be replaced, follow 
this procedure:

1. Set the printer power switch to OFF.
2. Open the access cover.
3. Position the print head between the bail rollers. Make sure the bail is
   closed.
IMPORTANT: The print head can get very hot during extended periods of
printing. Be sure to let the print head cool off before you touch it.
4. Remove the old ribbon cassette by grasping it at the arrow marks and 
   gently pulling it upward.
5. Unwrap the new cassette and tighten the ribbon by turning the ribbon 
   feed knob in the direction indicated by the arrow.
6. Hold the ribbon cassette with the ribbon feed knob facing up and the 
   flat end toward the front of the printer.
7. Place the flat end into the ribbon plate, then lower the front of the
   cassette over the print head until it snaps into place.
8. Turn the ribbon feed knob in the direction of the arrow to take up the
   slack in the ribbon.
9. Replace the access cover.

CAUTION: Printing without paper or ribbon can damage the print head or platen.

(css 07/27/93)