Chapter 3. Installing the roll paper
3-1. Installing or Replacing the Paper Roll
1.Make sure that the printer is not receiving data; otherwise, data may be lost.
2.Open the paper roll cover by pressing the
3.Remove the used paper roll core if there is one.
4.Insert the paper roll as shown.
5.Be sure to note the correct direction that the paper comes off the roll.
6.Pull out a small amount of paper, as shown. Then close the cover.
AB
Incorrect Correct
C
NOTE:Be sure to use paper rolls that meet the specifications. Do not use paper rolls that have the paper glued to the core because the printer cannot detect the paper end correctly.
NOTE:Do not open the print cover while the printer is operating. This may damage the printer.
NOTE:When closing the cover, press the center of printer cover firmly to prevent paper
3-2. Removing Jammed Paper
1.Turn the printer off and press the cover open button.
2.Remove jammed paper, reinstall the roll, and close the cover.
3.If paper is caught in the cutter and you cannot open the printer cover, open the cutter cover as shown in A.
4.Open the cutter cover.
5.Turn the knob (as shown in B). Until the cutter blade to the normal position.
B
A
6.Close the cutter cover.
7.Open the printer cover and remove the jammed paper.
NOTE:Do not touch the print head because it can be very hot after printing.
3-3. Cleaning the Print Head
Turn off the printer, open the paper roll cover, and clean the thermal elements of the print head with a cotton swab moistened with an alcohol solvent (ethanol, methanol, or IPA).
Recommends cleaning the thermal head periodically (generally every 3 months) to maintain receipt print quality.
NOTE:After printing, the print head can be very hot. Be careful not to touch it and to let it cool before you clean it. Do not damage the print head by touching it with your fingers or any hard object.