Changing the Print Cartridge
When the print cartridge runs out, the
and an error message appears on the operation display.
Replace the print cartridge.
1
Push on PUSH OPEN, and open the cartridge
compartment cover.
2
Press up the cartridge release lever.
The cartridge pops out. Remove the cartridge.
3
Insert a new print cartridge, and close the cover.
Notes
• Never put your hand into the cartridge compartment.
The thermal head reaches high temperatures,
especially after repeated printing.
• Do not rewind the ink ribbon and use the rewound
print cartridge for printing. Otherwise, proper
printing result will not be obtained, or even a
breakdown may occur.
• If the print cartridge does not click into place, remove
it and then re-insert it. If the ink ribbon is too slack to
be loaded, wind the ink ribbon in the direction of the
arrow to remove the slack.
• If the print cartridge is not loaded when you turn on
the printer, the
• Do not touch the ink ribbon or place the print cartridge
in a dusty location. Fingerprints or dust on the ink
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Preparations
lamp lights
Cartridge release
lever
lamp lights up.
ribbon may result in imperfect printing.
• Do not change the print cartridge while printing.
Notes on storing the print cartridge
• Avoid placing the print cartridge in a location subject
to high temperatures, high humidity, excessive dust or
direct sunlight
• When you are going to store a partially used cartridge,
store it in its original bag.
Attaching the Paper Holder
Attach the supplied paper holder to the paper tray as
follows:
1
Insert the tips of both ends of the paper holder into
the holes located at the bottom of the paper tray,
pinching the portions near the two ends.
Paper tray
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2
Push the paper holder into the stoppers firmly until
it snaps into place, making a click sound.
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Removing the paper holder
Push out the paper holder gently from the stoppers, and
remove it, pinching the portions near the two ends.
Paper holder
Stoppers