iQ200 User’s Manual
Important Notes
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Important Notes
Please read the following passages thoroughly before proceeding.
Printhead
The thermal printhead can be easily damaged due to its precision construction. A printhead
damaged by misuse is not covered under the terms of the warranty. To ensure longevity of the
printhead, please note the following:
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DO NOT scrape or use tools that might damage the printhead surface.
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To protect from corroding the printhead, DO NOT touch the printhead with bare hands.
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DO NOT use thermal paper or thermal transfer ribbons which contain Na, K or Cl elements.
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Keep printhead from any form of liquid or dampness.
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Only use a cotton swab dipped in anhydrous isopropyl alcohol to clean the printhead.
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Always use high-quality consumables:
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When the printhead module is closed, pressure is placed directly onto the printhead; dirt
such as paper scraps, sand, dust and glue can scrape or damage the printhead.
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Therefore, please always inspect consumables for high quality before purchasing. Any
printhead damage caused by poor quality consumables is not covered under warranty.
Cutter (Optional)
The printer equipped with a cutter can automatically cut the label after printing. However,
automatic cutters pose a safety hazard since the blades are very sharp. To prevent injuries and cutter
failures while using one of the many types of automatic cutters, please follow the safety and
maintenance rules listed below:
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Before using the cutter, be sure you have been trained by a qualified individual. A written
procedure covering the cutter's use is recommended.
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It is very important to choose the right cutter model for the application to ensure personal safety
and prevent damage to the cutter caused by cutting wrong types of media.
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Keep loose items such as long hair, clothing, jewelry, away from the cutter.
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Don't put anything except print media inside the cutter.
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Turn off power of printer if you notice abnormality with the cutting process and alert a
qualified technician to resolve the issue.
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Never cut a print media which exceeds the maximum operating conditions of the cutter.
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Not every cutter model is designed to be able to cut through adhesive. Use only the dedicated
cutters to cut through adhesive materials. Even so, regular cleaning is required to remove the
adhesive built up on the blades over time to prevent cutter jam.
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Routine inspection and maintenance are required to be performed by a qualified technician to
keep the cutter in good working conditions.