User guide Inserting the ribbon cassette17Changing theribbon cassetteDuring the process of initialization after powering on, the prin-ter checks if a ribbon cassette is installed. It also checksduring the execution of a print job the operativeness of the rib-bon cassette. These functions mandatory require the use ofthe manufacturers original ribbon cassettes (see Accessories,page 167). If other ribbon cassettes were used, the messageCheck Ribbon appears in the display, it is impossible to print.Before opening the cover, make surethat the printer is switched on so that itcan execute automatic preparations forribbon changing (widening the printhead gap).Move the paper to the park position.Open the printer top cover.Cautiously slide the print head carriage to the leftstop (viewed from the printer front).STOP
