Printronix T5000e Series user manual Maintenance

Error Messages

Table 5. Troubleshooting the Validator

Symptom	Solution
	• Bar code spacing.The validator requires a
	minimum distance of 1/2 inch or 20 times
	the minimum element width, whichever is
	greater, between bar codes.
	• Printer speed. See “Print Speed Limits” on
	page 57.
	• Be sure the bar code is not printing on the
	extreme edges of the label.
	• Check the number of bar codes being
	validated concurrently. The validator can
	track the performance of up to four bar
	codes at one time.

Maintenance

WARNING Class 2 laser light. Do not stare into the laser beam or a reflected image of the laser beam.

WARNING Using controls, making adjustments, or performing procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

The validator is a self-contained unit that requires only periodic cleaning. Every so often, power down the printer and use a household glass cleaner and a dry, lint-free cloth to clean the glass.

If the problem with the printer is not fixed by one of these troubleshooting methods, call your authorized service representative or the Printronix Customer Solutions Center.

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