Brady 3481, 6441, 2461 manual Printhead Adjustments, Leveling Cam Adjustment

5.1 Printhead Adjustments

To ensure consistent print quality over a wide range of media types and dimensions, the printer is equipped with a Leveling Cam adjustment and a Burn Line adjustment.

5.1.1 Leveling Cam Adjustment

When printing on less than full width media, use the Leveling Cam to adjust the right side of the Printhead Assembly for even pressure distribution. To adjust the Leveling Cam:

ŒWith media loaded in the printer, download your label format (or use a Quick Test format) and begin batch printing.

•While observing the printed labels, rotate the Leveling Cam counter- clockwise to an over-adjusted position (see Example 1, below).

ŽNext, rotate the Leveling Cam clockwise, one click at a time, until the printed labels contain a complete, even image (see Example 2).

+Whenever labels of a different width are used, readjust the LevelingCam.

Example 1 – Over adjustment:

Too much adjustment produces an image that fades across the label. To correct this, decrease the setting of the Printhead Leveling Cam.

Example 2 – Correct adjustment:

The proper adjustment produces a complete image with even print contrast across the label (see note below).

þNote: Under-adjustment of the Leveling Cam: Problems can include ribbon wrinkling, label tracking, and platen roller and printhead wear.

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