When using this product
Do not apply any strong force or shocks to the product such as standing on, dropping or
hitting it. Otherwise, the product may be broken, which may result in fire or electric shock.
If it is damaged, turn off the power immediately, unplug the AC adapter and remove the
batteries, and then contact the K-Sun customer support center. Continuous use may result in
fire or electric shock.
Take care not to spill any beverage such as tea, coffee or juice onto the product, or to spray
aerosol insecticide. It may cause malfunction, fire, or electric shock. If any liquid has been
spilled on the product, turn off the power, unplug the AC adapter and remove the batteries
immediately, and then contact the K-Sun customer support center. Continuous use may result
in fire or electric shock.
Do not touch the printhead because it becomes very hot. Otherwise, there is a risk of burns.
Do not open any covers other than the cover designated by this manual. Doing so may result
in fire or electric shock. Always use the product as instructed in this manual. Otherwise,
damage or injury may occur.
If any of the following abnormalities is observed, turn off the power immediately, unplug the
AC adapter and remove the batteries, and then contact the K-Sun customer support center.
• If smoke, strange odours or unexpected noises come from the product
• If liquid or foreign objects get inside the product
• If the product has been dropped or damaged
Safety Instructions
For your safety, read the attached documents carefully to use this product correctly. After you have read
all instructions, keep this manual handy for future reference and to make your concerns clear.
Items below indicate safety precautions to protect users, their surroundings and their property from
possible injury or damage.
Precautionary notations are categorized as follows according to personal injury and damage to the
equipment if the instructions are ignored or the equipment is misused.
DANGER
This symbol indicates information that, if ignored, could possibly result in serious or fatal
personal injury. Take extra caution in performing procedures with DANGER headings.
WARNING
This symbol indicates information that, if ignored, could possibly result in serious personal
injury or even death due to incorrect handling.
CAUTION
This symbol indicates information that, if ignored, could possibly result in personal injury or
physical damage due to incorrect handling.
The following describes the meaning of each symbol used in the precautions.
This indicates an important reminder.
This indicates a prohibited item.
This indicates a mandatory procedure.
DANGER
When handling batteries
If liquid leaking from an alkaline battery gets into your eyes, do not rub your eyes but
immediately wash them well with clean water and contact a doctor. Otherwise, it may cause
blindness.
WARNING
When using the AC adapter and power cable
The cords included with this product contain chemicals, including lead, known to the State
of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
(This notice is provided in accordance with Proposition 65 in Cal. Health & Safety Code
§25249.5 and following.)
Do not use any AC adapter or power cable other than the dedicated AC adapter and power
cable. Do not use the AC adapter with other than the specified voltage also. Otherwise,
damage, overheating, fire or electric shock may occur.
Take the following precautions when handling the AC adapter and power cable.
• Make sure to avoid octopus wiring.
• Make sure the plug is not dusty before inserting it into an outlet.
• Insert the plug firmly into the outlet.
• Do not hold the plug with wet hands.
• Do not pull the power cable when disconnecting
the plug. Be sure to hold the plug when disconnecting it.
• Do not make any modification to the AC adapter or power cable.
• Do not apply strong shocks to or put a heavy object on the AC adapter or power cable.
• Do not bend or twist the AC adapter or power cable forcibly.
• Do not place the AC adapter or power cable near a heater.
• Do not use any damaged AC adapter or power cable.
• Do not touch the plug during thunderstorms.
• Do not unplug the AC adapter while the product is in operation.
• Do not use the AC adapter in a small, confined space, or cover it with a cloth.
When handling batteries
Keep batteries out of reach of children. They are extremely dangerous if swallowed. Contact a
doctor immediately if swallowed.
WARNING (cont.)
When handling the cutter
Do not touch the exit slot (where labels come out) during printing or when using the cutter,
otherwise there is a risk of injury.
Others
Do not use or store the product, batteries, AC adapter, power cable, or tape cartridges in the
following places.
• In direct sunlight.
• Where it may become extremely hot such as in a vehicle with the windows closed.
• Where it may become extremely hot such as near a heater or the temperature becomes very
unstable such as near the exhaust duct of an air conditioner.
• Where the product may get wet due to a shower or rain such as in a bathroom or outdoors.
• In a dusty place or where the product may be exposed to smoke or steam such as near the
kitchen or a humidifier.
• On an unstable place such as on a shaky table or on an inclined place.
• Where it might be subjected to vibration or shock.
• Near high-voltage power lines or something that generates a magnetic field.
Keep the plastic bags used to contain the product or this manual out of reach of children.
Children may suffocate if they swallow them or put their heads into the bags.
CAUTION
When handling batteries
If liquid leaks from a battery, wipe it off with a cloth and replace it with a new one. If the liquid
comes in contact with your skin, wash it away with water immediately.
If the batteries are used incorrectly, they may cause leakage, overheating, explosion, erosion,
or damage to the product, which may result in fire or injury.
• Do not use new ones and old batteries together, or mix different types of batteries.
• Use only AA Alkaline batteries. Rechargeable batteries cannot be used.
• Use batteries in the correct directions.
• Take the batteries out immediately when they have no power remaining.
• Take the batteries out if you do not use the product for a long time.
• Do not heat batteries or throw them in fire or water.
• Do not pinch the batteries with metal tweezers or use any pointed sharp metal object such
as the tip of a mechanical pen or ball-point pen when taking the batteries out.
When disposing of used batteries, make sure to follow the regulations.
When using this product
To ensure safety, unplug this product before leaving it unused.
Before cleaning, make sure to unplug the AC adapter from the outlet, and remove the
batteries.
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When handling tape cartridges
• Make sure to use a dedicated PX Tape.
• Some types of tape cannot be cut by the cutter. For the details, refer to the tape's manual.
• Do not drop it or disassemble it. Doing so may cause damage.
• Avoid using a tape cartridge without remaining tape. Doing so may cause overheating of the
printhead, which may result in damage or malfunction.
MEMO
Tape cartridges contain ink ribbons in them. When disposing tape cartridges, make sure to follow the
local regulations for disposal.
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Other cautions
Notes on usage
• Take care not to cut your fingers when cutting the label with scissors.
• Do not attach a label on human bodies, living things, public facilities or other people’s belongings.
About the printed labels
• Depending on the environment labels are used in and the nature of the object labels are attached to,
the following issues may occur:
Label: Discoloration, faded characters, peeling
Adhesive side: Adhesive residue, staining, damage
• Carefully check the suitability of the label for the intended purpose before use. K-Sun takes no
responsibility for any damage or loss due to the above mentioned causes.
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About the Symbols on this Product
On this product, the following symbols are used in order to ensure safety and proper use of the
product, and to prevent danger to users and other persons as well as property damage.
The symbols indicate the meanings listed below. Be sure that you completely understand the meaning
of the symbols on this product before using it.
On/Stand-by
Direct current
Hot surface
Polarity of D.C. power connector
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