BTP-M170 User’s Manual
General Safety Instruction Before installing and using the printer, please read the following items carefully:
1. Safety Instructions
Do not touch the tear-off bar of the printer.
The print head is at a high temperature during printing or just after operation, do
not touch it and its peripherals for reasons of safety.
The print head is an ESD-sensitive device. To prevent damage, do not touch either
its printing parts or connecting parts.
2. Cautions
1） Install the printer on a flat and stable surface.
2） Reserve adequate space around the printer so that convenient operation and maintenance
can be performed.
3） Keep the printer away from water source, direct sunlight, strong light and heat.
4） Do not use or store the printer in a place exposed to heat or fire, moisture or other
pollution.
5） Do not place the printer on a place exposed to vibration or impact.
6） Avoid exposing the printer to condensation. In case of condensation, ensure it has been
completely removed before turn on the power.
7） Connect the power adaptor to an appropriate ground outlet. Avoid sharing a single
electrical outlet with large power motors and other devices that may cause the fluctuation
in voltage.
8） The socket-outlet should be installed near the equipment and should be easily accessible.
9） Do not spill water or other electric substances (like metal) on the printer. If this happens ,
turn off the power immediately.
10） Do not allow the printer to start printing when there is no paper, otherwise the print head
and platen roller will be damaged.
11） To ensure print quality and normal lifetime, use recommended or good quality paper and
ribbon.
12） Shut down the printer when connecting or disconnecting interface connectors to avoid
damage to the control board.
13） Do not disassemble the printer without guidance from a technician, even for the purpose
of repair.
14） Keep this manual safe and at hand for reference purpose.
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