EPT033789 Issue 2 February 2018
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Warning Notices
Warning notices denote a potential hazard to the health and safety of users. These notices
clearly state the nature of respective hazard and the means by which it can be avoided.
WARNINGS:
(1) Only trained and authorised personnel may carry out maintenance
work. Observe all statutory electrical safety codes and practices.
Risk of electric shock, disconnect the printer from the mains
electrical supply before removing the cover or attempting any
service or repair activity.
(2) The heating element and surrounding area become very hot during
use. To avoid the risk of burns, never touch the heating element
area of the print head.
(3) Cleaning fluid contains organic solvents. Always wear suitable
PPE (goggles and clothes) to avoid contact with the eyes and skin.
Avoid inhalation of the vapour. Do not smoke in the vicinity of
solvents.
(4) Replace ribbons with care to avoid cutting hands or fingers.
(5) Keep clear of the print head whilst the printer is powered on, due
to risk of injury from moving parts.
(6) Replaceable batteries should only be replaced using batteries of
the correct specified type and rating. Failure to do so may result in
an explosion hazard. Used batteries should be disposed of
according to the battery manufacturer’s instructions.
(7) To ensure continued protection against the risk of fire, replace
fuses with the specified type and rating only.
(8) To avoid the possibility of electric shock hazard and damage to
equipment, do not fit or remove any connector (except USB) on the
printer while the printer is switched on.
(9) There is a danger of electrical shocks from the electrical outlet. All
electronic checks must be performed by qualified personnel.
Caution Notices
Caution notices denote a risk to equipment damage. These notices clearly state the nature of
the hazard and the means by which it can be avoided.
CAUTIONS:
(1) Changing the print head without setting the new resistance value may
cause severe damage to the print head.
(2) To avoid damage to the cables or equipment, ensure that the cables
are routed clear from any moving parts.
(3) To avoid damage to the equipment, do not exceed the supply voltage
stated in the manual.
(4) To avoid damage to the printer components, use only soft brushes and
lint-free cloths. For cleaning, always use Cleaning Pens (Part No.
VPR0223), Cleaning Fluid (Part No. WJ-111) and Print Head Cleaning
