Intermec EasyCoder 3400e User Manual page 3

This manual explains how to install and clean the cutter on your 3400, 4420, or 4440
printer. It also explains how to enable the cutter using PrintSet.
Introduction to the Cutter
With the cutter on your 3400, 4420, or 4440 printer, you can cut media into
individual labels of the same or random lengths that are ready for use. The
cutter blade is capable of cutting a wide range of die cut roll, continuous roll, or
fanfold media; however, the cutter performs best with 7- to 10-mil thickness tag
stock.
The cutter is mounted externally on the printer and cannot be used in
conjunction with the self-strip/batch takeup option.
Note: If you use the cutter on adhesive backed materials, cut the liner between the
labels. Cutting through adhesive is not recommended. You will need to clean the cutter
every 10,000 cuts or when it fails to cut cleanly if you cut through adhesive backed
material.
Cutter Parts and Function
The following table describes the parts and function of the cutter and how they
connect to the printer.
Name
Mounting plate
Cutter cable
Cutter connector
Cutter cover
Cutter blade
Thumbscrews
Description
Attaches the cutter to the printer. The mounting plate has a
spring mounted hinge that allows the cutter to swing down so
that media can be fed easily through the cutter.
Powers and sends commands from the main PCB to the cutter.
Connects the cutter cable to the main PCB.
Prevents fingers from coming into contact with the cutter blade.
It opens easily for cleaning.
Cuts the media when the printer reaches the end of the label.
Attach the mounting plate to the cutter and the cutter to the
mounting plate.
Introduction to the Cutter
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