Figure 1-3. Print Mechanism (2 of 2)

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Hammer Bank Assembly - Contains hammers that strike against paper, ribbon, and

character band to imprint characters on paper.

Band Pulleys (one on each side) - Drive character band.

Band Release Handle - Releases tension and creates tension on character band.

Band Cover Interlock Switch - Stops print operation when band cover is open.

Character Band - Continuous metal band with raised characters. Moves counter-

clockwise around band pulleys and across print station.

Ribbon Cartridge - Stores total length of ribbon except portion passing across

print station.

Ribbon Sensing System - Senses ribbon motion and stops printer operation when

ribbon jam or lack of motion is detected.

Pivot Arm Assembly - Contains ribbon drive rollers and ribbon sensing system.

Ribbon - Continuous loop of ink-filled nylon that moves counterclockwise around

r i b b o n guides and diagonally across print station.

Hammer Bank I n t e r l o c k Switch - Stops printer operation when hammer bank

assembly is open.

Hammer Bank Latch Handle - Locks hammer bank into print position or releases

it to slide freely on stationary rails.

Platen - Stationary metal bar which acts as a backstop for print hammers during

p r i n t operation.

Print Mechanism (2 of 2)

Figure 1-3.

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