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Step 4: Configuring The Printer - Datamax A Class Mark II Installation Instructions Manual

Cutter option

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Step 4: Configuring the Printer

While the Cutter option is a plug and play device, this step may be necessary if the printer's default
configuration has been changed. Follow the steps below (or consult the Operator's Manual, if necessary)
to configure the printer:
A) Press the MENU Key on the printer's front panel.
B) Using the ↓ Key, scroll to PRINTER OPTIONS then press the ENTER Key.
C) Using the ↓ Key, scroll to CUTTER then press the ENTER Key.
D)
Using the ↓ Key, scroll to AUTO then press the ENTER Key.
E) Press the ESC Key then, at the SAVE CHANGES? prompt, select YES.
F)
Turn the Power Switch 'Off' and 'On' to reset the printer and complete the configuration.
Note: The operation of the Cutter can also be controlled by host software commands, so ensure that
your labeling program is properly configured for use, and for cutting labels to the desired size.
To test the Cutter's operation, see "Testing the Cutter" (near the end of this document).
Maintaining the Cutter
To ensure trouble free operation, the Cutter should be cleaned after printing each roll of labels.
Additionally, if the cutting action becomes sluggish, immediate cleaning is recommended. Clean the
Cutter as follows:
Cutter Blades are SHARP: Keep body parts away from the cutting surfaces. Never use
metal objects on the cutting surfaces. Take proper precautions when using isopropyl
CAUTION
alcohol, a flammable liquid.
1) Turn 'Off' the Power Switch and unplug the power
cord from the AC Receptacle. Raise the Access
Cover then remove the media from the printer.
2) Unplug the Cutter Cable. Remove the
Thumbscrew and the Vertical Mounting Screw,
and then remove the Cutter Assembly from the
Mount.
Thumbscrew
Cutter
Assembly
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Access Cover
Cutter
Cable
Vertical
Mounting
Screw
Mount

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