User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro
Chapter 5: Preparations before printing
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5.1.3 Notes on handling media
Be sure to read and understand the safety warnings before handling the printer.
Note the following recommendations when handling plotter media.
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Use dedicated media under an appropriate environment.
The appropriate temperature and humidity ranges for printing are shown below.
Temperature
Humidity
Recommended range
15°C to 28°C
40% to 60%
Change rate
Within 2°C per hour
Within 5% per hour
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Do not use folded or torn media.
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The size of media can change according to temperature and humidity variations in the print
environment. Therefore, place the media minimum 30 minutes in the print environment before use, to
let it acclimatize to the print environment.
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Printing on media without having it acclimatized to the printing environment might cause media jams
and bad print quality, caused by media expansion or contraction.
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Media has a printable side and a non-printable side. Printing on the non-print side can cause blurs and
blots.
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Always handle media with dry and clean hands to avoid bad print quality.
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When the plotter will be unused for more than 24 hours, then remove the media to prevent media
floating, media jams, and degradation of the print quality.
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Avoid using media in cold places and dry places, especially when printing formal documents.
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Always store the media in its original packing material.
5.1.4 Notes on storing media
Note the following recommendations on storing media.
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Avoid storing media in rooms with high temperature and high humidity.
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Avoid direct sunlight on stored media.
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Always repack sheet media in its original packing and store it in a horizontal position.
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After removing the unused roll media from the scroller, wind it properly, wrap it in an individual bag and
store it in an individual box.
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Keep the media dry.
