Chapter 5 Using the XY Slitter
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• Always use the clamps on both edges of the media.
• Position the clamps so that the clamp centerlines align with the marks (square holes). The
media cannot be transported correctly if the clamp centerlines are not aligned with the
marks (square holes).
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Mark (square hole)
Mark (square hole)
• When arranging prints in the horizontal direction, release the clamp in order not to clamp
print data. Also, release the clamp that is not used.
Clamp
Do not clamp
ClampClamp
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Align the groove in the X cutter with the printed guide line.
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Embed the blade in the media, then raise the lever to secure the X cutter.
Left guide line
Lever
Right guide line
• Avoid touching the cutter blade. Failure to do so may result in injury.
• Slide out the unused X cutter, or move it away from the media and secure it by raising the
lever. If you start printing with the lever being lowered (unsecured), the X cutter may hit
the XY carriage and result in damage.
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