20
Inserting a Tape Cassette
GETTING STARTED
Insert the tape cassette by lowering it 
into the tape compartment, with the 
end of the tape facing the machine's 
tape exit slot.  Press firmly down on the 
tape cassette until you hear a click.
Close the tape compartment cover.
When inserting the tape cassette, 
make sure that the tape and ink 
ribbon do not catch on the print head.
Tape exit slot
3
Make sure that the release lever is up 
when closing the tape compartment 
cover. The tape compartment cover 
cannot be closed if the release lever is 
pressed down.
Release lever
4
• Be sure to feed tape to remove any slack in the tape and ink ribbon after inserting the tape 
cassette. Refer to “Feeding Tape” on page 22.
• Do not pull the label coming out of the tape exit slot. Doing so will cause the ink ribbon 
to be discharged with the tape.
• Store tape cassettes in a cool dark location, away from direct sunlight and high temperature, 
high humidity, or dusty locations. Use the tape cassette as quickly as possible after opening 
the sealed package.