LP 8  (260-1168)     Ribbon Installation/Replacement   Faxback Doc. # 5823

If the ribbon is already installed, simply check to see that it is properly
threaded between the paper and the Print Head.

If the ribbon cassette is not installed, or if it is necessary to replace 
it because of frayed ribbon, faint printing, etc., follow this procedure:

1. Set the Power switch to OFF. (Note: When you turn the power off, any
   information stored in the printer's buffer will automatically be lost.)

2. Remove the Top Cover and gently pull the Penetration Control Lever away
   from the paper as far as it will go.

3. Gently grasp the ribbon cassette at the corners that are nearest to the
   paper and remove the cassette by lifting it upwards.

4. Before inserting the new cassette, tighten its ribbon by turning the 
   knob in the direction indicated by the arrow.

5. Gently press the cassette down until it is firmly secured by the "stop-
   per claws". Do not force the cassette into place!

CAUTION: If the cassette is not properly fitted, the cassette knob will not
match up with the shaft from the carriage. Do not force the cassette down 
but fit it down but fit it in gradually while turning the cassette knob in 
the indicated direction.

6. Once the new cassette is installed, gently slide the ribbon in between 
   the paper and the print head. Tighten the ribbon by turning the cassette
   knob in the indicated direction.

7. Move the carriage back and forth manually to check that the ribbon ad-
   vances properly.

NOTE: If the ribbon has not been properly fitted between the paper and 
Print Head (i.e., Print Head Guide Bezel), the ribbon feed will not oper-
ate smoothly.

8. Move the Penetration Control Lever towards the paper as specified in 
   "Paper Loading and Penetration Adjustment." Replace the Top Cover.


(smm 08/04/93)