1. GK888t User Guide
  2. Print Operations
  3. Ribbon Overview
  4. Ribbon Scratch Test
  • GK888t Desktop Thermal Printer User Guide
Ribbon Scratch Test

Ribbon Scratch Test

Perform the ribbon scratch test when labels are unavailable.
To perform a ribbon scratch test, complete these steps:
  1. Unroll a short length of ribbon.
  2. Place the unrolled section of ribbon on a piece of paper with the outer surface of the ribbon in contact with the paper.
  3. Scratch the inner surface of the unrolled ribbon with your fingernail.
  4. Lift the ribbon from the paper.
  5. Observe the results. Did the ribbon leave a mark on the paper?
    If the ribbon...
    Then...
    Left a mark on the paper
    The ribbon is coated on the outside and can be used with the GK888 printer.
    Did not leave a mark on the paper
    The ribbon is coated on the inside and can not be used in the GK888 printer.