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6. daisy wheel


πŸ’¬ whenever you need, check out the exploded view for orientation;


The leading character of the device, the daisy wheel is responsible for embossing the letters into the tape.

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  1. start by picking the device from the side, as indicated above;
  2. make sure the magnet on the I_nema_wheel_hub is facing the hall sensor, which also means the both I_nema_wheel_hub screws are are looking to you;
  3. pay attention now
  4. align the bottom part of the daisy wheel (with the teeth) to have the letter β€œJ” facing the P_press on the right;
  5. that will also mean the wheel’s only big tooth (for cutting) will be facing you, together with to both I_nema_wheel_hub screws;
  6. β€œclick” the daisy wheel into the I_nema_wheel_hub;

wheel coupling bottom

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  1. now, place the top part of the daisy wheel, observing the alignment fittings;
  2. then, place the N_wheel_coupling_bottom in the hole while respecting the alignment mark;

wheel coupling top

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  1. insert the 608ZZ bearing into the O_wheel_coupling_top;
  2. from the other side, insert one m3x16 screw;
  3. while firmly holding the daisy wheel assembly, tighten the screw until there is no clearance.

result

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