BTP-M170 User’s Manual
General Safety Instruction
Before installing and using the printer, please read the following items carefully:
1. Safety Instructions
Do not touch the tear-off bar of the printer.
The print head is at a high temperature during printing or just after operation, do
not touch it and its peripherals for reasons of safety
.
The print head is an ESD-sensitive device. To prevent damage, do not touch either
its printing parts or connecting parts.
2. Cautions
1
）
Install the printer on a flat and stable surface.
2
）
Reserve adequate space around the printer so that convenient operation and maintenance
can be performed.
3
）
Keep the printer away from water source, direct sunlight, strong light and heat.
4
）
Do not use or store the printer in a place exposed to heat or fire, moisture or other
pollution.
5
）
Do not place the printer on a place exposed to vibration or impact.
6
）
Avoid exposing the printer to condensation. In case of condensation, ensure it has been
completely removed before turn on the power.
7
）
Connect the power adaptor to an appropriate ground outlet. Avoid sharing a single
electrical outlet with large power motors and other devices that may cause the fluctuation
in voltage.
8
）
The socket-outlet should be installed near the equipment and should be easily accessible.
9
）
Do not spill water or other electric substances (like metal) on the printer. If this happens,
turn off the power immediately.
10
）
Do not allow the printer to start printing when there is no paper, otherwise the print head
and platen roller will be damaged.
11
）
To ensure print quality and normal lifetime, use recommended or good quality paper and
ribbon.
12
）
Shut down the printer when connecting or disconnecting interface connectors to avoid
damage to the control board.
13
）
Do not disassemble the printer without guidance from a technician, even for the purpose
of repair.
14
）
Keep this manual safe and at hand for reference purpose.
- 1 -
