Precautions During Use
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Please read through all the following items before using the printer.
Printer Installation
vWhen the printer is not in use, it is recommended that you turn off
the power, and use a cover that is large enough to cover up the
entire printer unit.
vDo not place the printer unit in the following locations. Doing so may
have adverse effects on the printer.
vCarpeted room.
vPlaces with a busy flow of people.
vPlaces where paper (corrugated boards, etc.) is handled or stored.
vPlaces near photocopiers.
vPlaces exposed to direct sunlight or near a heating equipment
(such as a stove).
vInclined or unstable surfaces.
vPlaces exposed directly to cold air, such as near an air-conditioner
outlet, or places subject to high temperatures.
vWhen installing the printer, ensure there is sufficient space around
the printer. (Install the printer by allowing a clearance of at least 20
cm between its sides and surrounding walls. Allow a clearance of at
least 10 cm between the rear of the printer and the wall.)
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When installing or moving the printer, hold the bottom (handle) of the printer
with one hand on each side to avoid jamming your hands or fingers.
mCanceling the transport mode
vWhile in the transport mode during installation, the retransfer film
cannot be loaded. If the printer is turned on without loading the
retransfer film, a [Film Search] message appears and the transport
mode is canceled.
mDuring transport or moving of the printer
vMake sure to set to the transport mode.
"Transport Mode Setting" (A page 29)
Precautions on Retransfer Film/Ink Ribbon/Card
mHandling instructions
Pay careful attention of the following when handling a printing media
(retransfer film or ink ribbon) or card.
vUsing a deformed or scratched card may cause card feed errors.
vTouching the printing surface of the printing media or card directly
with your hand may cause the print to turn out uneven.
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Foreign particles attached to the printed areas may result in printing
voids. Install the printing media or card in a clean environment.
vUse of electrically-charged printing media or cards may cause
printing errors. Do not allow static to occur, such as due to cards
rubbing against each other.
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When replacing or replenishing a printing media or card that is stored
under a low temperature, use after leaving the media or card in the
operating ambient temperature of the printer for at least one hour.
Otherwise, condensation may occur, causing printing errors or
malfunction of the printer.
mStorage instructions
vThe storage conditions of the printing media (retransfer film or ink
ribbon) and card have a significant effect on the printing quality.
Store the printing media or card in one of the following locations.
mStorage environment
vTemperature: 5 °C to 25 °C
vRelative humidity: 40 % to 60 %
mStorage location
Do not store the printing media or card in the following locations.
Doing so may cause the media or card to deteriorate.
vPlaces exposed to direct sunlight.
vPlaces with a high temperature and humidity.
vPlaces near organic solvents or diazo copiers.
mStorage period
vUse the printing media (retransfer film or ink ribbon) within half a
year after purchase. For details on the cards, please consult our
authorized dealers.
Precautions on Retransfer Film/Ink Ribbon
vPut on the supplied gloves when handling the retransfer film/ink
ribbon. Direct contact of your hand with the printing surface may
result in printing errors.
mWhen retransfer film/ink ribbon is dismantled
vWinding misalignment may occur. If an improperly wound
retransfer film/ink ribbon is loaded, printing failure or error may
occur.
mWhen loading the retransfer film/ink ribbon
vUse your hands to adjust the media at the supply and take-up
sides so that they are parallel to each other.
When doing so, make sure you do not touch the printing surface.
vRefer to the label adhered to the cassette for alignment of the
image position. Printing errors may occur if the position is not
properly aligned.
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Precautions on Cards
vPut on the supplied gloves when handling the cards. Direct contact
of your hand with the printing surface of the card may result in
printing errors.
mHandling and storage of cards after printing
Avoid storing cards at places that are exposed to direct sunlight or
subject to high temperature and humidity.
Discoloration or fading may occur if a card comes into contact with
the following chemicals or stationery.
vOrganic solvents, including alcohol, film cleaner, and diazo copies.
vFiles, document cases, pass holders, or erasers made of flexible
polyvinyl chloride.
vHair wax or cosmetic products.
mCard types
Thin cards and certain card materials may not be suitable for printing
using this printer. For details on the card material to use and other
specifications, please consult our authorized dealers in advance.
Cautions:
vIf the card thickness is not properly adjusted, printing error or
printer malfunction may occur.
"Adjusting card thickness" (A page 63)
mWhen a card is jammed inside the printer
Cards may not be discharged correctly such as when the retransfer
setting for the card is inappropriate.
Stop using and remove the jammed cards immediately. Otherwise,
you may have problems removing the cards, and fire or electric
shock may also occur as a result.
vWhen a card is jammed, remove it according to the procedure
described in the Electronic Manual.
vIf the card cannot be removed, do not try to do so forcibly. Consult
our authorized dealers or the servicing personnel.
Before Use
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