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User's Guide
If your product is faulty, please read the included
warranty card and consult the store you purchased it
from. If you require further assistance contact your local
English
EPSON customer support centre.
Read this document carefully to use this product safely
Please also find below the URL for the support centre:
and correctly.
http://www.epson.co.uk/support
Safety Instructions
For your safety, read the attached documents carefully
When handling the cutter
to use this product correctly. After you have read all
Do not touch the exit slot (where labels come out)
instructions, keep this manual handy for future reference
during printing or when using the cutter, otherwise
and to make your concerns clear.
there is a risk of injury.
Items below indicate safety precautions to protect users,
Others
their surroundings and their property from possible
injury or damage.
Do not use or store the product, batteries, AC adapter,
power cable, or tape cartridges in the following places.
Precautionary notations are categorised as follows
•
In direct sunlight.
according to personal injury and damage to the
•
Where it may become extremely hot such as in a
equipment if the instructions are ignored or the
vehicle with the windows closed.
equipment is misused.
•
Where it may become extremely hot such as near a
DANGER
heater or the temperature becomes very unstable such
This symbol indicates information that, if ignored, could
as near the exhaust duct of an air conditioner.
possibly result in serious or fatal personal injury. Take
•
Where the product may get wet due to a shower or rain
extra caution in performing procedures with DANGER
such as in a bathroom or outdoors.
headings.
•
In a dusty place or where the product may be exposed
WARNING
to smoke or steam such as near the kitchen or a
This symbol indicates information that, if ignored, could
humidifier.
possibly result in serious personal injury or even death
•
On an unstable place such as on a shaky table or on an
due to incorrect handling.
inclined place.
•
Where it might be subjected to vibration or shock.
CAUTION
This symbol indicates information that, if ignored, could
•
Near high-voltage power lines or something that
possibly result in personal injury or physical damage due
generates a magnetic field.
to incorrect handling.
Keep the plastic bags used to contain the product or this
manual out of reach of children. Children may suffocate
The following describes the meaning of each symbol used in the
if they swallow them or put their heads into the bags.
precautions.
This indicates an important reminder.
CAUTION
When handling batteries
This indicates a prohibited item.
If liquid leaks from a battery, wipe it off with a cloth and
replace it with a new one. If the liquid comes in contact
This indicates a mandatory procedure.
with your skin, wash it away with water immediately.
If the batteries are used incorrectly, they may cause
leakage, overheating, explosion, erosion, or damage to
DANGER
the product, which may result in fire or injury.
•
Do not use new ones and old batteries together, or mix
When handling batteries
different types of batteries.
If liquid leaking from an alkaline battery gets into your
•
Use only AAA Alkaline batteries. Rechargeable batteries
eyes, do not rub your eyes but immediately wash them
cannot be used.
well with clean water and contact a doctor. Otherwise, it
•
Use batteries in the correct directions.
may cause blindness.
•
Take the batteries out immediately when they have no
power remaining.
•
Take the batteries out if you do not use the product for
WARNING
a long time.
When using the AC adapter and power cable
•
Do not heat batteries or throw them in fire or water.
•
Do not pinch the batteries with metal tweezers or
Do not use any AC adapter or power cable other than the
use any pointed sharp metal object such as the tip of
dedicated AC adapter and power cable. Do not use the
a mechanical pen or ball-point pen when taking the
AC adapter with other than the specified voltage also.
batteries out.
Otherwise, damage, overheating, fire or electric shock
may occur.
When disposing of used batteries, be sure to follow your
local regulations.
Take the following precautions when handling the AC
adapter and power cable.
When using the AC adapter
•
Make sure to avoid octopus wiring.
Do not unplug the AC adapter while the product is in
•
Make sure the plug is not dusty before inserting it into
operation, otherwise printing may not be successful.
an outlet.
•
Insert the plug firmly into the outlet.
•
Do not hold the plug with wet hands.
Do not use the AC adapter in a small, confined space,
•
Do not pull the power cable when disconnecting
or cover it with a cloth. Otherwise, the AC adapter may
the plug. Be sure to hold the plug when disconnecting it.
overheat and deteriorate.
•
Do not make any modification to the AC adapter or
When using this product
power cable.
Do not stand on the product or place it on an unstable
•
Do not apply strong shocks to or put a heavy object on
place such as on a shaky table or on an incline.
the AC adapter or power cable.
Otherwise, the product may fall and cause injury.
•
Do not bend or twist the AC adapter or power cable
forcibly.
To ensure safety, unplug this product before leaving it
•
Do not place the AC adapter or power cable near a heater.
unused.
Do not use any damaged AC adapter or power cable.
Before cleaning, make sure to unplug the AC adapter
Otherwise, damage, overheating or smoking may occur,
from the outlet, and remove the batteries.
which may result in fire or electric shock.
Do not use a moistened cloth or solvents such as alcohol,
Do not touch the plug during thunderstorms.
thinner or benzine.
When handling batteries
When handling tape cartridges
Keep batteries out of reach of children. They are
•
Make sure to use a dedicated
LC Tape.
extremely dangerous if swallowed. Contact a doctor
•
Some types of tape cannot be cut by the cutter. For the details,
immediately if swallowed.
refer to the tape's manual.
When using this product
•
Do not drop it or disassemble it. Doing so may cause damage.
Do not apply any strong force or shocks to the product
•
Do not pull out the tape forcibly by hand. But make sure to
such as standing on, dropping or hitting it. Otherwise,
feed the tape with
+
. Otherwise, the tape cartridge
the product may be broken, which may result in fire
may be broken and unusable.
or electric shock. If it is damaged, turn off the power
•
Avoid using a tape cartridge without remaining tape. Doing so
immediately, unplug the AC adapter and remove the
may cause overheating of the printhead, which may result in
batteries, and then contact the EPSON customer support
damage or malfunction.
centre. Continuous use may result in fire or electric shock.
MEMO
Take care not to spill any beverage such as tea, coffee or
Tape cartridges contain ink ribbons in them. When disposing
juice onto the product, or to spray aerosol insecticide.
tape cartridges, make sure to follow the local regulations for
It may cause malfunction, fire, or electric shock. If any
disposal.
liquid has been spilled on the product, turn off the
power, unplug the AC adapter and remove the batteries
Other cautions
immediately, and then contact the EPSON customer
Notes on usage
support centre. Continuous use may result in fire or
electric shock.
•
Operate the keyboard gently.
Do not touch the printhead because it becomes very
•
Do not touch the printhead.
hot. Otherwise, there is a risk of burns.
•
Take care not to cut your fingers when cutting the label with
scissors.
Do not open any covers other than the cover on the rear.
•
Do not attach a label on human bodies, living things, public
Doing so may result in fire or electric shock. Always use
facilities or other people's belongings.
the product as instructed in this manual. Otherwise,
damage or injury may occur.
About the printed labels
If any of the following abnormalities is observed, turn
•
Depending on the environment labels are used in and the
off the power immediately, unplug the AC adapter
nature of the object labels are attached to, the following issues
and remove the batteries, and then contact the EPSON
may occur:
Label: Discolouration, faded characters, peeling
customer support centre.
Adhesive side: Adhesive residue, staining, damage
•
If smoke, strange odours or unexpected noises come
from the product
•
Carefully check the suitability of the label for the intended
•
If liquid or foreign objects get inside the product
purpose before use.
EPSON takes no responsibility for any damage or loss due to
•
If the product has been dropped or damaged
the above mentioned causes.
Before use
1. Preparing the power supply
2. Installing a tape cartridge
This product operates on batteries or with the dedicated
1. Remove the slack of the ink ribbon.
AC adapter.
Using on batteries
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Prepare six AAA alkaline batteries.
1. Remove the cover on the rear.
2. Remove the cover on the rear.
2. Insert the batteries.
3. Set the tape cartridge.
Press it firmly until snaps into place.
When installing a new tape or the tip of the tape is
longer than usual, put the tape through the "Tape
Guide" slot.
MEMO
When continuing to install a tape cartridge, leave the
cover off and go to Step 2.
3. Close the cover until it snaps into place.
•
Do not press the "Cut Button" before the tape stops.
c
•
Do not pull the tape out with your fingers.
4. Close the cover on the rear until it snaps into place.
How to remove the tape cartridge
Hold the cartridge by the tabs, and lift it straight
c
up.
Using with the AC adapter (APT0615Z)
Make sure to use the dedicated AC adapter
c
(APT0615Z).
1. Connect the AC adapter firmly into the power socket
of the product.
2. Plug the AC adapter into the outlet.
3. Turning the power on
1. Press
.
When changing the language of messages on the
display sDisplay Settings ("Display" menu)
Troubleshooting
Messages
Insert Tape
No tape cartridge is installed. Turn the power
Txt too long-OK? Entered text is too long for the specified
off and install a tape cartridge correctly.
tape length. Press
length.
Check battery
Possible causes for this message are:
Overheated!
The printhead is too hot. Turn the power off
•
No power remaining or inserted in the
and take out the tape cartridge. Wait for a
wrong way
while before start printing again.
•
Mixed with other types or old ones
If so, set the batteries correctly or replace
Cover open!
If you open the cover on the rear without
them with new ones.
turning the power off, a message is
displayed and then the power is turned off
Too many lines
Text entered is too long.
automatically.
Press
to delete the lines indicated by
the cursor.
Motor error!
An error occurred in the motor operation.
Turn the power off once, then turn it back on.
Seq. num. only 1 Sequence numbers have already been set.
If the same message appears, turn the power
Sequence numbers can be used for one part
off and contact the EPSON customer support
only.
centre.
Problems
Does not operate normally.
Characters are not printed properly.
Initialise this product if it does not operate normally such as the
Is the tape cartridge correctly set?
power cannot be turned on or off, or the display is interrupted.
Set the tape cartridge correctly.
No image comes out even though
has been
Is the printhead dirty?
Clean the printhead.
pressed.
Did the batteries run out?
Are the batteries correctly set?
Replace them with new ones, or use the dedicated AC adapter
Check if all the batteries are correctly set.
(APT0615Z).
Printing ends in the middle of text.
Did the batteries run out?
Replace the batteries with new ones, or use the dedicated AC
Did the tape run out?
adapter (APT0615Z).
Install a new tape cartridge.
Is the AC adapter securely connected?
Did the batteries run out?
Connect the AC adapter and the power cable firmly to the
Replace them with new ones, or use the dedicated AC adapter
power socket of the product, the AC adapter connector and the
(APT0615Z).
outlet.
Created text has gone.
Are you using an AC adapter other than the dedicated one?
Using an AC adapter other than the dedicated one (APT0615Z)
Did you delete the text?
is very dangerous, and may cause overheating or damage to the
If
+
are pressed, the text on the display will be
electric circuits.
deleted.
Is the display level appropriate?
Did you initialise the product?
Adjust the display level.
If the product is initialised, all the created text will be deleted.
Display has turned off.
Did you remove the batteries or the AC adapter when the
product was in operation?
Did you enable the auto power-off function?
If the AC adapter or the batteries are removed during operation,
The power turns off automatically if no operation is made for
the text may be deleted.
more than 5 minutes.
Cannot attach the label.
Did you try to carry out a function incorrectly?
If buttons are operated incorrectly, the display turns off for a
Did you peel the backing paper?
moment.
Attach the label after peeling the backing paper.
Nothing is printed even though
has been
Are you attaching it on a dirty place or on a place with a rough
pressed.
surface?
The label may not adhere due to the material of the attachment
Is text entered?
location or the environmental conditions.
Nothing is printed if no text is entered.
Any message on the display?
Read the message and take the appropriate action.
Did the tape run out?
Install a new tape cartridge.
Did the batteries run out?
MEMO
Replace the batteries with new ones, or use the dedicated AC
If none of the above has solved the problem or the
adapter (APT0615Z).
symptom is other than the above, contact the EPSON
Is the cover on the rear open?
customer support centre.
Set the tape cartridge correctly and close the cover completely.
Part Names and Functions
4. Feeding the tape
Do not press the "Cut Button" before the tape
c
stops.
After setting a tape cartridge, make sure to feed tape.
1
1. Press
+
.x
2
2. Press
.xx
3
3. Cut the tape.
4
Cut it by pressing the "Cut Button".
5
5. Creating a label
Example: ABC
6
1. Press
while holding down
to enter text in
capital letters.
2. Press the following keys:
,
,
7
"ABC" appears on the display.
8
9
Refer below for other operations and the labels you
can create with this product.
sEditing characters, Useful functions
6. Printing labels
1. Power,
1. Press
.
2. Font
The length of the label to print and the number of
3. Font size
prints appear, and printing starts.
2. When the tape stops, press the "Cut Button" to cut
4. Style
the tape.
Do not press the "Cut Button" before printing is
c
Display
complete.
You can check settings on the display. Indicators show
Printing multiple labels continuously
whether or not settings are enabled.
1. Press
.
The screen to enter the number of prints appears.
2. Enter a value with number buttons and press
.
The length of the label to print and the number of
prints appear, and printing starts.
3. When the tape stops, press the "Cut Button" to cut
the tape.
A 'cut' mark will be printed. Cut the tape with
scissors.
1. Font size
Adjusting print density
2. Font width
1. When the power is off, press
+
.
3. Frame
2. Adjust print density with
, and press
.
MEMO
In general, please set the value to the default; "0".
Initialising this product
7. Attaching labels
1. Peel off the backing paper.
The product may stop functioning due to static electricity
or other causes.
2. Attach the label and rub it firmly.
Initialise the product if it does not operate normally such
Turn the power off after use.
as the display is interrupted.
1. Press
.
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Initialise the product. Take extreme care before
Batteries:
initialising it.
Take them out if not in use for a long time.
All the created text will be deleted. The settings
you made for character input will return to the
AC adapter:
default.
Disconnect from the outlet and the product.
1. Press
2. Press and hold
3. When a message appears, press
The product will be Initialised.
To abort: Press any button other than
Editing characters
Press character keys and enter text.
Adding a punctuation mark to the label
sPart Names and Functions
Select from the following two methods.
Text is entered from the cursor position. sDisplay
to print in the correct
1. Press
Each press shows the next mark.
c
To keep the already entered text, first move the
Available marks
cursor to a number to which no text is entered yet
with
+
or
+
, then enter text.
1. Press
Switching upper case or lower case
Each press shows the next mark.
1. Press
+
.
Available marks
The setting is indicated on the display. Characters
are set to upper case or lower case.
To capitalise partially: Enter with
pressed.
Adding a symbol to the label
Deleting characters
1. Press
1. Press
.
2. When the category appears, select an item with
Deletes one character backward.
Breaking lines
3. When symbols appear, select a symbol with
1. Press
.
Breaks the line from the character next to the cursor.
Available symbols sSymbol List
Deleting text
Creating labels with serial numbers
1. Press
+
.
(Sequence number)
2. When a confirmation message appears, press
.
Text will be deleted.
Confirming text
1. Press
1. Press
.
2. Enter a number for the first label, and press
Text appears on the display.
The number increases by one whenever printing.
You can check the text and the length of the label.
Creating pieces of text
You can create multiple pieces of text continuously. Up to
But the print image cannot be confirmed.
30 pieces can be created at a time.
Adding characters with an accent mark
You can check which piece of text you are creating with
the text number mark displayed at the beginning.
to the label
If there is a choice of characters with an accent mark, they
Creating another piece of text
are indicated on the display.
1. Select the next text number mark with
Example: École
1. Press
+
.
You can create another piece of text. Do the same
2. Press
.
for the next pieces.
A choice of characters with an accent mark appears.
Printing a selected piece of text
3. Select an item with
, and press
.
Go on and enter the next character.
1. Select a piece of text you want to print with
2. Press
Characters with an accent mark sSymbol List
8. Caps Lock
21
+
: Capitalises the entered characters.
20
9. Accent
19
10. Space
11. Shift
18
17
12. Select/Enter
16
13. Punctuation: A choice of marks.
15
+
: The other choice of marks.
14
sAdding a punctuation mark to the label
14. Symbol,
+
: To "Sequence number"
13
menu.
15. Delete,
+
: Deletes text.
12
16. Preview,
+
: The "Display" menu.
11
10
17. Print copies
18. Cursor keys
+
,
+
: To the previous or next text.
+
: To "Print density" menu.
19. Print,
+
: Feeds the tape.
5. Setting
20. Cut Button
6. Character keys
21. Display
7. Shift
1
2 3 4
5
7. Cursor: Indicates the position where the operation
is performed. This is the place where you enter
text or delete symbols, etc.
8. Head mark: Indicates what line it is in. Appears
11
when multiple lines exist.
MEMO
: If this appears, you cannot print anything.
10
9
8
7
6
9. Accent mark options
10. Upper case/lower case
4. Font style
11. Text number mark: Indicates the number of the
current text counted from the beginning.
5. Vertical
6. Battery level (as a guide)
Specifications
Body
Dimensions
Approx. 145 (W) x 150 (D) x 55 (H) (mm)
Weight
Approx. 400g (excluding batteries, tape
cartridge)
Usage conditions
Operating
10 to 35 degrees C
temperature
Storage
-10 to 55 degrees C
.
temperature
+
, and press
.
.
.
Useful functions
This section explains various functions that will help you
create labels.
Changing the font size
.
1. Press
.
2. Select a line layout with
, and press
"Equal": Applies the same font size. No need to
proceed to Step 3.
+
.
3. Select a font size with
, and press
Changing the font
1. Press
.
2. Select a font with
, and press
The font used for the entire text will change.
.
, and press
.
, and press
.
+
.
.
Applying a font style
1. Press
.
2. Select a style with
, and press
c
Styles applied to small or elaborate characters may
not be able to print clearly.
+
or
+
.
+
or
+
.
.
Display Settings ("Display" menu)
The following are the settings to make operation easier.
Contrast
Adjusts the density of the fonts on the display.
Value: -5 to +5
Language
Selects the language of the settings and messages on the
display.
Language: English/Spanish/French/Portuguese-Br/
Portuguese-EU/ Italian/Dutch/German
inch:cm
Selects the unit to indicate the length.
Value: inch/cm
Procedure
1. Press
+
.
2. Select a setting item with
, and press
.
3. When the options of the selected item appear, select
your choice with
, and press
.
Cleaning
When the exterior is dirty
Wipe the dirt off with a soft cloth. If it is very dirty, use a
cloth wrung out of water.
c
Never use chemicals or solvents such as benzine,
thinner, or alcohol, or use a chemical duster.
When the printhead is dirty
If the print becomes faint or some parts are missing,
there may be some dirt on the printhead.
Clean the print head with a cotton swab moistened with
medical alcohol (commercially available ethanol).
Power supply
AC adapter
Type
APT0615Z1-1
Manufacturer Seiko Epson Corp.
Input
AC100-240V, 0.3A, 50-60Hz
(dedicated adapter, power cable
only)
Output
DC6.5V, 1.5A
Total output
10W
power
Battery
AAA alkaline battery x 6
Supported tape width
6 mm, 9 mm, 12 mm
Adding a frame
1. Press
.
2. Select "Frame" with
, and press
.
3. Select an item with
, and press
.
.
Entering the frame No. to select does the same.
.
Available frames sSymbol List
Specifying the label length
1. Press
.
2. Select "Label length" with
, and press
.
3. Select a value with
or enter it, and press
.
.
Maximum length: 40cm (15.0 inch)
"Auto": Adjusts to the proper length automatically.
Adjusting the space between characters
1. Press
.
2. Select "Char. spacing" with
, and press
.
3. Select an item with
, and press
.
Making the width of font narrower
1. Press
.
2. Select "Narrow" with
, and press
.
3. Select "Narrow" with
, and press
.
.
Lining up characters vertically
1. Press
.
2. Select "Vertical" with
, and press
.
3. Select "On" with
, and press
.
Using mirror writing for the label
1. Press
.
2. Select "Mirror print" with
, and press
.
3. Select "On" with
, and press
.
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