Intermec EasyCoder PD4 User Manual

54 Intermec EasyCoder PD4—User’s Guide
Chapter 8—Maintaining the Printer
External Cleaning
Always unplug the power cord before cleaning the printer.
If using the printer in an industrial environment, where
the premises may be cleaned using a water hose or steam,
move the printer to another room or cover it carefully with
a plastic sheet and make absolutely sure that the power cord
is unplugged.
Clean the external surfaces using a soft cloth, possibly slightly moisten
with water or a mild detergent.
Stuck labels should be peeled away using your fingers only. If necessary,
dissolve the adhesive using isopropyl alcohol first.
Isopropyl alcohol [(CH
3
)
2
CHOH; CAS 67-63-0] is a highly
flammable, moderately toxic, and mildly irritating sub
-
stance.

Intermec EasyCoder PD4 Specifications

General

Brand	Intermec
Model	EasyCoder PD4
Category	Label Maker
Language	English

Summary

Before You Begin

Safety Summary

Outlines critical safety information for handling and operating the printer.

Energized Equipment Safety

Warns against working on energized equipment without authorization and proper safety.

Safety Icons and Warnings

Explains the meaning of various safety icons and symbols used in the manual.

1 Introduction

Description of EasyCoder PD4

Provides a detailed description of the printer's features and capabilities.

Safety Warnings

Lists essential safety precautions to follow before operating the printer.

2 Installation

Connections

Covers power connection and various computer interface options like Parallel, RS-232, and USB.

Controls and Indicators

Explains the functions of control lamps, display, control keys, and beeper.

3 Starting Up

Switching on the Printer

Procedure for powering on the printer and initial startup messages.

Printing a Test Label

4 Loading Media

Tear-Off (Straight-through) Loading

Peel-Off (Self-strip) Loading

Thermal Transfer Printing and Ribbon Load

5 Printing

Controlling the Printing

Setup Methods and Navigation

Setup Options

6 Options

7 Troubleshooting

Error Handling and Codes

Explains printer error handling, LED indicators, beeper signals, and error codes.

Clearing Media Jams

Detailed procedures for clearing media jams in different printer areas.

Entering Dump Mode

8 Maintaining the Printer

Printhead Cleaning

Detailed steps and warnings for cleaning the printer's printhead.

External Cleaning

Printhead Replacement

Step-by-step guide for replacing the printer's printhead.

Media Jams

9 Adjustments

Printhead Adjustments

Printhead Dot Line Position

Label Gap Sensor Adjustments

Ribbon Tension and Shield Adjustment

D Firmware Upgrading

Firmware Upgrading Requirements

Firmware Upgrading Instructions