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Caution
Do not REVERSE pull the paper out of the printer mechanism; this will cause permanent
damage to the print head.
3.3 Replacing the Inked Ribbon Cartridge
(Figure 1)
Open the paper supply door to access the ribbon cartridge
Remove the worn out ribbon cartridge by pressing with one finger at the location labeled “EJECT” on the
ribbon cartridge.
Insert the new ribbon cartridge in place and press at the extreme ends to secure it in place.
Tighten the ribbon by rotating the ribbed wheel clockwise on the ribbon cartridge.
Feed paper to insure that the paper passes through exposed ribbon and ribbon cartridge case.
3.4 Initial Power-Up and Self-Test
Once the Battery is charged and the paper is loaded perform an initial power up self-test.
Turn off all LED lights by pressing the OFF switch twice.
To start the self-test, press and hold the FEED switch then press ON
The printer will start printing the self-test messages.
Press the OFF or FEED to stop or cancel the self-test print.
The first few lines of self-test show the printer firmware version, the current printer settings and a list of any
optional or special features installed.
Also, sample demo lines are printed using internal printer fonts.
