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Precautions for maintenance
◆ Clean the products' cases using a soft and lint-free cloth. DO NOT use alcohol or other solvent.
◆ Before using, clean the terminals using a dry, soft, and lint-free cloth when they are dirty. If the
terminals are dirty, it may cause contact failure.
◆ When cleaning the thermal head, always wipe it with a cotton swab or other soft material.
Precautions for storing
◆ Turn off the printer when not in use.
In addition, when the printer is not used for a long time, unplug the AC cable from the outlet.
Moreover, set thermal paper to protect the platen.
■ Thermal Paper Handling
◆ Store the thermal paper in a cool, dry, and dark place.
◆ DO NOT rub the thermal paper with hard objects.
◆ DO NOT leave the thermal paper near organic solvents.
◆ DO NOT allow PVC film, erasers, or adhesive tape to touch the thermal paper for long periods.
◆ DO NOT stack the thermal paper with diazo copies immediately after copying.
◆ DO NOT use chemical glue.
◆ DO NOT use labeling paper, 2-ply thermal paper, and perforated thermal paper.
■ Precautions on Discarding
When discarding used products, discard them according to the disposal regulations and rules of each
district.
■ Notation
The following 2 types of notation are used throughout this manual to denote operating precautions and
items to remember besides the symbols shown in "2. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS":
NOTE
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Operating Precautions
This box contains items that may lead to a malfunction or deterioration of performance when not
followed.
HINT
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Items to Remember
This box contains helpful hints to remember when using the products.