Brother P-touch PT-D400, User Manual

INTRODUCTION

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General Precautions

General Precautions

• Depending on the location, material, and environmental conditions, the label may 

unpeel or become irremovable, the color of the label may change or be 

transferred to other objects. Before applying the label, check the environmental 

conditions and the material.

• Do not use the P-touch labeler in any way or for any purpose not described in this 

guide. Doing so may result in accidents or damage the P-touch labeler.

• Use only Brother TZe tapes with the P-touch labeler. Do not use tapes that do not 

have the 

 mark.

• Only use a soft, dry cloth to clean the labeler; never use alcohol or other organic 

solvents.

• Use a soft wipe to clean the print head; never touch the print head.

• Do not put any foreign objects into the tape exit slot or AC adapter connector or 

battery compartment, etc.

• Do not place the P-touch labeler/batteries/AC adapter in direct sunlight or rain, 

near heaters or other hot appliances, in any location exposed to extremely high 

or low temperatures (e.g., on the dashboard or in the back of your car) or high 

humidity, or in dusty locations.

• Do not apply excessive pressure to the cutter lever.

• Do not try to print if the cassette is empty; it will damage the print head.

• Do not pull the tape while printing or feeding; it will damage the tape and the 

P-touch labeler.

• Any data stored in memory will be lost due to failure or repair of the P-touch 

labeler, or if the battery expires.

• The P-touch labeler is not equipped with a charging feature for rechargeable 

batteries.

• The printed text may differ from the text that appears in the LCD.

• The length of the printed label may differ from the displayed label length.

• When power is disconnected for two minutes, all text, format settings and any text 

files stored in the memory will be cleared.

• You can also use Heat Shrink Tube in this model. Check the Brother website 

(http://www.brother.ca/) for further information. You cannot print frames, 

pre-set P-touch templates, or use certain font settings when using Heat Shrink 

Tube. Printed characters may also be smaller than when using TZe tape.

•

A protective clear plastic sticker is placed over the display during 

manufacturing and shipping. This sticker should be removed prior to use.