1. The display stays blank after you have
turned on the machine.
2. The machine does not print or the printed
characters are blurred.
3. The text files that you stored in the mem-
ory are no longer there.
4. The printed characters are not formed
properly.
5. A blank horizontal line appears through
the printed label.
6. Striped tape appears.
7. The machine has "locked up" (i.e., noth-
ing happens when a key is pressed).
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Solution
• Check that the AC adaptor is connected
correctly.
• If you are using alkaline batteries, check
that they are correctly inserted.
• If the batteries are low, replace them
with new ones.
• Check that the tape cassette has been
inserted properly.
• If the tape cassette is empty, replace it
with a new one.
• Make sure that the tape compartment
cover has been closed.
• Ensure the correct Brother AC adapter is
used-other adapters cannot supply
enough current for printing.
• If the batteries are low, replace them
with new ones.
• If you are using alkaline batteries, they
may be low. Try using the AC adaptor or
replace the batteries with new ones.
• Ensure the correct Brother AC adapter is
used-other adapters cannot supply
enough current for printing.
• Clean the print head as explained on
page 25.
• If you have reached the end of the tape,
replace the tape cassette with a new one.
• Turn off the machine, and then while
holding down
machine back on. The text and formats
in the display and all text files stored in
the memory are erased.
Align
Align
and
, turn the
R
R
Code
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