Section 4: Cleaning and Maintenance
LM Basic 408e/412e Operator’s Manual Page 4-5
4.5 ADJUSTING PRINT QUALITY (CONT’D)
4.5.2 Adjusting Print Speed
Besides varying the print darkness level to control print quality, you can also change the rate at
which labels are printed. The Print Speed adjustment affects how much time is allowed for the
print head elements to produce a printout. The more time given (i.e., lower print speed) t he bett er
the print quality.
LCD Panel — Print Speed can only be set using software, via the
the configuration panel LCD or by sending the Print Speed software
command (ESC +CS) from a computer. There are five settings, from
02ips (slowest) to 6 ips (fastest). The default setting is 4.
For instructions on setting Print Speed, refer to page3-9, Operation
and Configuration.
4.6 REPLACING A BLOWN FUSE
The T3 3A fuse protects the LM printer from damage. If it ever
needs replacement, obtain a correct replacement fuse from your
SATO dealer and follow the procedure below:
1. Turn the printer power off and remove the power cable.
2. On the back of the printer, locate the Fuse Cap directly above the
AC connector.
3. Unscrew the cap and remove the defective fuse.
4. Replace with a new 250V 3A fuse.
5. Screw the cap back onto the printer and replace the power cord.
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