8 About the Printer
Print Ribbons
Depending on the printer model, the print ribbon is available as a replaceable roll that is loaded
on the ribbon cartridge, or as part of a prefilled print ribbon cassette.
Ribbon Cartridge
The ribbon cartridge holds a roll of ribbon that you can replace when it runs out. The cartridge
also holds a cleaning roller that is replaced with each ribbon change. Refer to “Load the Print
Ribbon Cartridge” on page 17.
Ribbon Cartridge The ribbon cartridge holds a replaceable print ribbon.
Print Ribbon The print ribbon is used to apply images to the card.
Cleaning Roller The replaceable cleaning roller removes dust and other particles
from the cards as they move into the printer.
Cleaning Roller
Retainer
Pull up on the retainer to load the cleaning roller on the print ribbon
cartridge. Release the retainer to secure the roller in position.
Ribbon Cartridge
Handle
Use the handle to remove the ribbon cartridge from the printer.
Cleaning
Roller
Ribbon Cartridge
Handle
Print Ribbon
Ribbon Cartridge
Cleaning Roller
Retainer