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General Precautions
Media Rolls
- Use Brother accessories and supplies.
- Some Media Rolls cannot be used with this printer due to their width or diameter. Be sure to check the types of compatible rolls before purchasing them.
- If the label is affixed to a wet, dirty, or oily surface, it may peel off easily. Before affixing the label, clean the surface to which the label is affixed.
- Store the Media Roll in a cool and dark place and use it soon after opening the package.
- DO NOT expose the Media Roll to direct sunlight, high temperature, high humidity, wind, or dust as it may cause labels to peel off or discolour.
- Scratching the printed surface of the label with your fingernails or metal objects, or touching the printed surface with wet hands, can cause the colour to change or fade.
- The displayed label length may differ from the actual length of the printed label.
- Depending on the location, material, and environmental conditions, labels may unpeel or become irremovable, or the colour may change or be transferred to other objects. Before applying labels, check the environmental conditions and the material.
- Small text may not be printed as clearly as it is displayed on your device’s or computer’s screen.
- Printed characters may differ from the ones displayed on your device’s or computer’s screen as it may support a resolution higher than that of the label printer.
- DO NOT use folded, wet or damp paper, otherwise a paper misfeed or a malfunction may result.
- DO NOT affix labels to people, animals, or plants. Never affix labels to public or private property without permission.
- As the last label of the Media Roll may not be printed correctly, each roll contains more labels than is indicated on the package.
- When a label is removed after being affixed to a surface, a portion of the label may remain.
- When a label is affixed, it may be difficult to remove the label.
- DO NOT leave a Media Roll in the printer for long periods of time. When printer is left unused for a long period of time, remove the roll before storing the printer.
- Store Linerless Label Rolls in a cool, dark place, away from direct sunlight and any liquids. Keep it free from dust and dirt, as dust and dirt may increase friction during printing and shorten the life of the Print Head.
- Store Media Rolls with the roll core vertically. Storing them horizontally, with the label surface down, may cause quality deterioration.
- For warnings and safety precautions, see the Product Safety Guide.
Machine
- DO NOT insert or remove the AC Adapter or battery pack during printing. This may cause product failure.
- Observe all applicable regulations when disposing of the printer and its accessories.
- DO NOT pull the tape while printing or feeding; it will damage the tape and the printer.
- Any data stored in memory will be lost due to failure, or repair of the printer, or if the battery discharges completely.
- DO NOT remove the labels affixed to the printer. These labels provide operational information and indicate the printer’s model number.
- DO NOT install the printer near any device that will cause electromagnetic interference. The machine may malfunction if left near such a device, such as a television, radio, or microwave oven.
- DO NOT transport the printer while cables are connected to the AC connector and USB port. The connector and ports could be damaged.
- The serial port is specifically designed only for the RJ25 to DB9M adapter optional accessories. Do not connect a telephone line or cash drawer.
- The printer's power supply function can cause it to get hot when use the function. If you unplug the USB cable and start printing when the printer is hot, the printer may temporarily enter Cooling Mode to cool it down.
- DO NOT expose the printer to direct sunlight, high air temperature, or steam. If printing for a long time, the printer may not enter to Cooling Mode and become hot, which may cause malfunctions.
- For warnings and safety precautions, see the Product Safety Guide.
Others
- Dispose of batteries at an appropriate collection point. Be sure to observe all applicable local regulations.
- If the printer can only be used for a short period of time, even though the rechargeable battery is fully charged, the rechargeable battery may have reached the end of its service life. Replace the rechargeable battery with a new one.
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