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11. Press the FEED key several times. Each time the FEED key is pressed
the media should advance one label length and stop.
NOTE: After a form feed, the position of the leading edge of the next label
depends on the type of Media Handling Mode selected under the
MEDIA CONTROL menu. Tear-Off and Tear-Off Strip Media
Handling will position the label edge at the tear bar, while Continuous
will position the label edge under the printhead.
12. Once the correct values are confirmed, you will need to save them to the
desired configuration menu before powering off the printer. See “Saving A
Configuration” on page 72.
Cleaning
Depending on the media used, the printer may accumulate residues (media
dust, adhesives, etc.) as a by-product of the normal printing process. To
maintain top printing quality, these residues should be removed by a periodic
cleaning of the printer.
General Cleaning
Periodic cleaning should be performed on all rollers, guides, and assemblies.
Low pressure air can be used to remove dust in the printer. Isopropyl alcohol
and a cotton swab should be used to clean any areas where media dust,
adhesives, etc. have accumulated. This general cleaning will insure that all
parts are free of residue which may degrade print quality.
The media path and printhead should be cleaned each time a new roll of
media is installed in the printer.
Printhead Cleaning
As you use your printer, the printhead may become dirty resulting in poor print
quality. You should clean the printhead each time you install new ribbon
(thermal transfer print mode) or install new media (direct thermal print mode).
Clean the printhead with the printhead Cleaning Pen supplied with the printer.
The printhead heating elements (light brown area) are most important.
Keeping your printhead clean will help to maintain its life.
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