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- Page 1 Bradyprinter THT Model 2024 and 2034 Thermal Transfer Printer _______________________________________________________________________________ User’s Guide LOGO W.H. Brady Co. Automatic Indentification Products...
- Page 2 Information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of Brady USA Inc. No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, for any purpose other than the purchaser's personal use, without the express written permission of Brady USA Inc.
- Page 3 GENCY OMPLIANCE AND PPROVALS UL1950 Information Technology Equipment CSA: C22.2 No. 950-M93 TUV: EN60950, IEC950 1. Nur für Gebrauch innerhalb eines Gebäudes geeignet. 2. Bei Gefahr, Kabel aus der Steckdose herausziehen 3. Falls kein Kabel mitgeliefert wurde, bitte Folgendes bei der Anschaffung eines Kabels beachten: Für 230 Volt (Europa): Benützen Sie ein Kabel, das mit "HAR"...
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Page 4: Important Safety Instructions
To protect your Printer from overheating, make sure all openings on the Printer are not blocked. Do not place the Printer on or near a heat source, (i.e., a radiator or heat register). Do not use your Printer near water, or spill liquid of any kind into it. -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
2.1 Unpacking...7 2.2 Checking the AC Power Requirements...8 2.2.1 Selecting 230 VAC Operation...9 2.3 Connecting the Printer...10 2.3.1 Interfacing to the Printer ...11 2.3.2 Dip Switch Settings ...13 2.4 Memory Cartridges...14 2.5 Media Loading ...15 2.5.1 Using the Optional Internal Rewind...18 2.5.2... - Page 6 4.1 Programming Commands ...42 4.2 Programming Example ...48 4.3 Printing Bar Codes ...48 4.4 Printing Lines and Boxes...50 Maintenance and Adjustments 5.0 Introduction ...51 5.1 Printer Maintenance Schedules...51 5.1.1 Cleaning the Printhead ...52 5.2 Troubleshooting ...54 5.2.1 Optional LCD/Keypad Front Panel Alarms...56 5.3 Mechanical Adjustments ...57...
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Page 7: Introduction
Introduction Figure 1-1 Overall View Introduction The Bradyprinter™ THT Model 2024 & 2034, hereafter referred to as 'the Printer', is a high performance, low cost, direct thermal or thermal transfer label printer that uses Reduced Instruction Set Computing (RISC) technology. - Page 8 RS-232C/RS422 serial interfaces, IEEE parallel option, or to an IBM or IBM compatible mainframe through its optional twinax/coax interface. The Printer can be equipped with operator and field-installed options such as a Cutter, Peel and Present (requires factory installed Internal Rewind), On-line Verification, DRAM, Internal Batch Cartridge, and Memory Cartridges.
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Page 9: Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications Print Technology: Thermal Transfer Resolution: 203 DPI (8 dots/mm) Optional 300 DPI Print Speed: 203 DPI 2 to 10 IPS 300 DPI 2 to 8 IPS Bar Code Modules: 5 mil to 110 mil "X" dimension in picket or ladder orientations @ 203 DPI. -
Page 10: Additional Options
Cartridge Slots: One Cartridge Slot (Memory) Standard DRAM: 512KB w/203DPI, 1 MB w/300DPI Standard EPROM: 2048KB w/203 DPI, 2048KB w/300DPI Counters: 2 Linear Inch Counters; one absolute and one resettable Interface: RS232, RS422 @ 300 -19,200 baud, XON/XOFF, CTS/RTS Dimensions: 11.38"... -
Page 11: Standard Ribbon Sizes
1.2 Standard Ribbon Sizes The manufacturer stocks the following standard ribbon sizes: 1.57", 2.36", 3.27", and 4.33". The standard ribbon length is 328 linear yards. It is recommended that the width of the thermal-transfer ribbon be within 10% of the label width. Additional sizes other than those listed are available on a custom-order basis. -
Page 12: Label/Tag Specifications
1.3 Label/Tag Media Specifications Figure 1-3 Media Dimensions Description Label width Backing width Gap between labels Label length Backing thickness Label thickness Width of sensor opening Distance media edge to sensor opening Reflective sensor mark width. It is recommended that the entire width of the label is marked. -
Page 13: Getting Started
The printer is packed in molded styrofoam packaging. The Printer is enclosed in a plastic bag to reduce the chance of moisture damage during shipment. Remove the Printer from the plastic bag. -
Page 14: Checking The Ac Power Requirements
The Printer is also manufactured for 230 VAC operation, most of these Printers are shipped to international markets. If you are uncertain as to the power requirements of the Printer, or the outlet you are connecting to, check with a qualified service technician to verify the installation before connecting AC power. -
Page 15: Selecting 230 Vac Operation
2.2.1 Selecting 230 VAC Operation If your Printer's AC power requirements do not match your AC power, the rear AC voltage selection switch can be changed. If you wish to change from 115 VAC to 230 VAC, follow the instructions outlined below. -
Page 16: Connecting The Printer
Connecting the Printer You will need a serial cable to connect your computer to the Printer's RS232/RS422 serial interface connector. Connect your Printer's cables as outlined below. 1. Make sure both the Printer and host computer are turned off. 2. Plug the serial cable connector securely into the Printer's serial connector and then attach it to the connector. -
Page 17: Interfacing To The Printer
RS-232C. The interface cable is connected between the Printer and the host via the DB-25 connector. The DB-25 connector is labeled "serial" and is located on the back of the Printer. Several typical cable interfaces are listed in Table 2-1. - Page 18 When a serial (RS-232C) interface between the Printer and the host will be used, a serial interface cable is needed to connect the Printer to the host. Cable configurations for typical interfaces are shown below, (contact your reseller for part numbers and ordering information).
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Page 19: Dip Switch Settings
Dip Switch Settings For proper operation, you must set the baud rate, parity, and stop bits of the Printer's interface. On the rear of the Printer, you will find SWITCH 1 (S1), an eight-position dip switch used to set the Printer's communications parameters, (see Table 2-3). -
Page 20: Memory Cartridges
Memory Cartridges The Printer has one standard memory cartridge slot. The primary use of the memory cartridges is for storing label formats, graphic images, fonts and for internal batch. Follow the instructions outlined below when installing memory cartridges. Ensure that all printing has been completed. -
Page 21: Media Loading
Media Loading The Printer supports up to an 8" (203mm) diameter roll of media, (if media less than 4 inches wide is used, refer to Section 5.3.1 before loading media). Follow the instructions outlined below when installing the media stock. - Page 22 NOTE: If using fanfold media, skip steps 5 and 6. Install fanfold media as shown in figure 2-5b. 5. Place the 3" Media Core Adapters on the Media Hub Assembly, (if using media with 3" media cores). Figure 2-5a Media Installation (3" core) 6.
- Page 23 7. Route the media over the Guide Plate, between the Media Sensor, and over the Platen Roller, (located beneath the Printhead), as shown in Figure 2-5b. 8. Rotate the Media Edge Guide up and slide it to the media's edge. 9.
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Page 24: Using The Optional Internal Rewind
2.5.1 Using the Optional Internal Rewind If the Internal Rewind Option is installed in your Printer, then the media and Arc Plate should be installed as described below. NOTE: The Arc Plate is supplied only with the Internal Rewind Option. - Page 25 6. Place the Media Supply Roll on the Media Hub Assembly. Slide the media retainer against the Media Supply Roll and tighten the thumb screw. NOTE: Do not use the media retainer if the media is wider than 4" (102 mm).
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Page 26: Using The Peel And Present Option
Internal Rewind Option. To use this option follow the instructions outlined below. 1. Turn off the Printer and open the Side Access Cover. 2. Follow steps 2, 3, and 4 of Section 2.5 before installing media. 3. Open the Lower Front Panel. - Page 27 5. Place the Media Supply Roll on the Media Hub Assembly. Slide the media retainer against the supply roll and tighten the thumb screw. 6. Route the media over the Guide Plate, between the Media Sensor, and over the Platen Roller (located beneath the Printhead). 7.
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Page 28: Ribbon Installation And Removal
Ribbon Installation and Removal Follow the instructions below when installing the thermal transfer ribbon. Ribbon Installation: 1. Open the Side Access Cover. 2. Rotate the Printhead latch counterclockwise to unlatch and raise the Printhead. 3. Lower the Hinge Plate. 4. Place the new Ribbon Supply Roll on the Supply Hub, making sure that the ribbon roll is pushed up against the hub flange. - Page 29 5. Route the ribbon as shown in Figure 2-10 to the Take-Up Hub. 6. While holding the ribbon Take-Up Hub, rotate the J-hook clockwise to unlatch it. 7. Raise the J-hook upward and place the end of the ribbon over the Take-Up Hub.
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Page 30: Ribbon Removal
10. Raise the Hinge Plate and close the Printhead by rotating the Printhead Latch clockwise. 11. Locate the Ribbon ON/OFF switch, (see Figure 2-12), and slide the switch to the right to select Thermal Transfer (ribbon on). This Switch is not available with the LCD/Keypad Front Panel Option, (see Section 3.2). -
Page 31: Using Your Printer
This chapter will explain the front panel operation, how to install memory cartridges, and replace the fuse. Front Control Panel The Printer has five (5) operator accessible switches and three (3) LED indicators, (see Figure 3-1). A brief description of the switches and LED indicators is listed in this section. - Page 32 "on" position. This Switch is not present on the LCD/Keypad Front Panel Option. DARKNESS POT: This potentiometer is used to fine adjust print darkness to variations in the media. This potentiometer is not present on the LCD/Keypad Front Panel Option. _______________________________________________________________________ Using Your Printer...
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Page 33: Optional Lcd/Keypad Front Panel
Optional LCD/Keypad Front Panel The Printer can be equipped with an optional, factory-installed LCD/Keypad front panel. If this option is installed on your Printer, refer to this section for menu and function information. The front panel is equipped with a 2 row x 16 character LCD display and a (six) 6 key operator's keypad. -
Page 34: Using The Optional Lcd/Keypad Front Panel
The asterisk (*) also indicates the current default setting. Upon exiting the ADVANCED SETUP menu, the Printer prompts 'CHANGES DEFAULT'. By pressing the ENTER key the changes are saved as defaults. Pressing the ñ arrow key exits without saving the changes, except under DATE/TIME, and areas where no asterisk (*) is used for default. -
Page 35: Basic Function
.95 inches or larger) DISABLE* • Ribbon Saver not installed or selected * represents default settings _______________________________________________________________________ Using Your Printer looks for gap between labels = 1, 2 = BOTH, DTR, XON/XOFF = 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600,... -
Page 36: Advanced Setup
SLEW SPEED • Values: 2ips to 10ips, (*7) (Label feed rate/ inches sec. BACKFEED SPEED • Values: 2ips to 5ips, (*3.5), (rate the printer backs up label ROW ADJUST • Vertical position where printing begins, (*0) (shifts COLUMN ADJUST •... - Page 37 • Distance from the printhead to where the label stops (*0) ADVANCED SETUP SYSTEM OPTIONS FACTORY SETTING • Returns the Printer to its original factory settings SECURITY CHECK • Selects security features to protect Advanced Setup PASSWORD DIP SWITCH #1...
- Page 38 FORMAT MODULE • Formats the selected memory modules _______________________________________________________________________ Head D=Down U=Up D=Down U=Up Y=Blocked N= Not Blocked D=Down U=Up RF* = reflective TOF mode TR* = Transmissive (* only the active mode is displayed) External Flash Using Your Printer...
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Page 39: Self-Test
If the Printer's power switch is off, begin the Self-Test by using the Power-On method. With the Printer OFF, load the media (at least 4 inches wide) to be used and ribbon, (if equipped and/or desired), optionally install one of the Self- Test Plugs. -
Page 40: Test Label Examples
Printer's dip switch settings or configuration setup. 3.3.1 Test Label Examples The first test label printed will be the Configuration Label, this label lists the Printer's configuration and status. The following sample was produced on a standard printer without the test plugs installed. SEPTEMBER 23,... - Page 41 Printhead is in need of replacement. 'Good' and 'Bad" test pattern labels are shown in Figure 3-5. Figure 3-5 Printhead Test Label _______________________________________________________________________ Using Your Printer Good test label indicates Printhead is operating normally. Streaks in test label indicate a dirty or faulty Printhead.
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Page 42: Configuration Test Label
Edge and Refl indicates when media is present at the respective sensor. These sensors tell the Printer where the start of the label is located. Refer to the Programmer's Manual when determining which sensing mode to use. - Page 43 Memory Configuration lists the current size of the 'Internal Module' RAM in 4K byte blocks, and the 'Scalable Fonts' current cache setup for scalable font calculations. _______________________________________________________________________ Using Your Printer...
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Page 44: Character Dump Mode
Character Dump Mode. This mode allows the user to input strings of data and compare them with the output data from the Printer. This label can readily uncover a buffer overflow problem identified by large gaps of data in the character string. -
Page 45: Factory Default Setup
With the Printer OFF, press and hold the FEED, CANCEL, and PAUSE buttons while turning the Printer ON. Continue to hold the buttons until the Ribbon Media LED illuminates a second time. The Printer will now be set to the 'Factory Defaults'. - Page 46 _______________________________________________________________________ Using Your Printer...
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Page 47: Printing Labels
This chapter explains how to generate labels using several different methods, and how to print different bar codes. An optional Internal Batch Cartridge is available for generating label formats using the Printer as a stand-alone device. A VT 100 or LINK MCII compatible CRT is required if the optional Internal Batch Cartridge is used to generate labels. -
Page 48: Programming Commands
Programming Commands To prompt the Printer for a command sequence, the Printer must first receive a special character called an “attention getter”, which informs the Printer that it is about to receive a command and the type of command it will be. Immediate Commands, System Level Commands, and Font Loading Commands each have their own attention getter. - Page 49 The System Level Commands are used to create formats, load and store graphic information, and control the Printer. Table 4-3 provides a brief description and format of each System Level Command character. Char Description Set time and date Enable feedback characters...
- Page 50 Char Description Test RS-232 Port With a Y if OK Enter label formatting mode Set maximum label length Set metric flag, enter metric mode Clear metric flag, return to inch mode Form edge offset (start of print position) Cycle cutter Enter character dump mode Controlled pause Clear all memory modules...
- Page 51 The STX L command switches the Printer from the system level to the label formatting command. All command characters after STX L are interpreted as Label Formatting Commands until terminated with E,X, or s. All label formatting commands are terminated with 0D HEX.
- Page 52 Description Store label format in module Set field data line terminator Make previous field a string replace field Terminate label formatting node Zero (0) conversion to "O" to eliminate slash (/) Make last field entered increment numeric Make last field entered decrement numeric >...
- Page 53 There are two special commands used by the Printer, the STX S (Recall Global Data) and the STX T (Print Date and Time) commands. Unlike the other Label Format Commands, which follow the STX L command, these special commands are entered directly into the data field.
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Page 54: Programming Example
Programming Example The following ASCII text file will generate the label shown in Figure 4-1. <STX>L<CR> H07<CR> D11<CR> 19110080100002510K OHM 1/4 WATT<CR> 1a6210000000050590PCS<CR> 10K OHM 1/4 WATT Figure 4-1 Sample Label Printing Bar Codes The example shown below prints out a Code 3 of 9 bar code with a wide to narrow bar ratio of 3:1, and can be used to print any of the bar codes shown in Appendix B by altering the examples fields. - Page 55 Field DESCRIPTION Rotation 1 = 0 deg. 2 = 90 deg. 3 = 180 deg. Bar Code/Font Any valid font character or bar code type. Bar codes automatically select bar code field format. Bar code types designated by uppercase ALPHA letters print with human-readable interpretations. Lowercase ALPHA bar code fonts print as bars only.
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Page 56: Printing Lines And Boxes
Printing Lines and Boxes Lines and boxes can be created by requesting font “X”. The horizontal and vertical multipliers, and row/column position work with the line and box routines in the same manner as human-readable fonts. The format of the data area is as follows: LINES: Lhhhvvv... -
Page 57: Maintenance And Adjustments
Printer adjustment information. Printer Maintenance schedules If your Printer is equipped with an optional Rotary Cutter, it is recommended that the cutter's blades are cleaned every 25,000 cuts. The blades in the Rotary Cutter, although reversible, can not be sharpened and must be replaced if they become dull. -
Page 58: Cleaning The Printhead
Follow the instructions outlined below when cleaning is required. 1. Turn off the Printer and open the Side Access Cover. 2. Unlatch the Printhead by rotating the Printhead Latch counter-clockwise. 3. Lower the Hinge Plate. - Page 59 Figure 5-1 Cleaning the Printhead _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Maintenance and Adjustments...
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Page 60: Troubleshooting
PAUSE and CANCEL switches simultaneously, or by turning the Printer off and back on again. The Printer is set up for 8 data bits but the host PC is set up for 7 data bits, see Section 2.3.2, (or 3.2 if equipped with optional LCD/Keypad front panel) for instructions. - Page 61 6) No display power light is on (LCD/Keypad front panel): Possible cause and solution: Display contrast set too low, turn the contrast adjustment clockwise until the display appears. The LCD display is defective, return the Printer for service. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Maintenance and Adjustments...
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Page 62: Optional Lcd/Keypad Front Panel Alarms
5.2.1 Optional LCD/Keypad Front Panel Alarms If the Printer is equipped with the Optional LCD/Keypad Front Panel, it has built in monitors for the Printer status and stock conditions. The alarm messages will be displayed on the front panel LCD display indicating the present status of the Printer, stock levels, or whether the Printer’s electronics... -
Page 63: Mechanical Adjustments
Cutter not installed Jam in cutter Defective cutter hardware, call for service. Warning: Turn OFF the Printer and remove the AC power cord before attempting to remove any jam or obstruction from the cutter. RIB SAVER FAULT The Ribbon Saver operation failed... -
Page 64: Media Width Adjustment
5.3.1 Media Width Adjustment This adjustment allows the use of narrower media, (less than 4 inches wide) in the Printer. 1. Rotate the Head Level Adjustment Knob clockwise to raise the minimum printhead to platen position for narrow media. NOTE: Rotate the head level adjustment knob counterclockwise to lower the minimum printhead to position. -
Page 65: Media Sensor Adjustment
5.3.2 Media Sensor Adjustment To detect the media's edge for different media widths, the Media Sensor can be adjusted across half the media path. The Media Sensor may require adjustment when changing to a media of a different width. The gauge behind and below the printhead can be viewed for making this adjustment 1. -
Page 66: Printhead Replacement
Follow the procedure below when replacing the printhead, (see Figure 5-5). 1. Turn off the Printer and open the Side Access Cover. 2. Rotate the Printhead Latch downward to unlatch the Printhead, then raise the Printhead to an upright position and lower the Hinge Plate. - Page 67 3. Using a flat-bladed screw driver, loosen the Thumb Screw and lower the Printhead from the Printhead Mounting Plate. 4. Using the screw driver, push against the Printhead connector's guide to free the connector from its socket, then remove the Printhead. Replacement: 5.
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Page 69: Ascii Control Code Chart
Appendix A ASCII Control Code Chart Char Char " & › < > _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ ASCII Control Code Chart Char Char Dec Hex... - Page 70 Char Char Ç á ü í é ó â ú ä ñ à Ñ å ª ç ° ê ¿ ë ® è ï î ì ¡ Ä Å É æ Æ ô ö ò Á û Â ù À ÿ...
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Page 71: Available Fonts And Bar Codes
Appendix B Available Fonts and Bar Codes All character fonts and bar codes available with the Printer are described in this section. Each font and bar code has a name associated with it for use in programming. Human-readable fonts have numeric names while bar code fonts have alpha names. -
Page 72: B.1 Human-Readable Fonts
B.1 Human-Readable Fonts Font Matrix Sizes Font Height Table B-1 Human-Readable Font Sizes Font Valid ASCII Characters, Decimal 32-126 32-168, 171, 172, 225 32-168, 171, 172, 225 32, 35-38, 40-58, 65-90, 128, 142-144, 146, 153, 154, 156, 157, 165, 168, 225 32, 35-38, 40-58, 65-90, 128, 142-144, 146, 153, 154, 156, 157, 165, 168, 225 32, 35-38, 40-58, 65-90, 128, 142-144, 146, 153, 154,... - Page 73 0 - Identifies a 96-character alphanumeric font. 2 - Identifies a 138-character alphanumeric upper and lowercase font. 4 - Identifies a 62-character alphanumeric uppercase font. 5 - Identifies a 62-character alphanumeric upper case font. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Appendix B 1 - Identifies a 145-character uppercase and lowercase alphanumeric font that includes descenders and ascenders.
- Page 74 6 - Identifies a 62-character alphanumeric uppercase font. 8 - Identifies a font that prints OCR- B, size III. 9 - Identifies the internal Triumvirate font. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ 7 - Identifies a font that prints OCR- A, size I. Appendix B...
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Page 75: Bar Code Fonts
B.2 Bar Code Fonts Font Bar Code Length 3 of 9 Varies UPC-A 11 digits UPC-E 6 digits Interleaved 2 of 5 Varies Code 128 Varies (A,B,C) EAN-13 12 digits EAN-8 7 digits Health Industry Varies Bar Code (HIBC) Codabar Varies (Min. - Page 76 _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Appendix B...
- Page 77 Barcode O _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Appendix B...
- Page 78 Barcode S Barcode T Barcode z _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Appendix B...
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Page 79: Error Codes
Appendix C Error Codes The most common error codes transmitted by the Printer are described below. Lower case “c” Printer received a data byte from the host that contains a framing error (corrupted) due to noise. Lower case "e" Memory module won't clear. Retry after a <STX> W command. - Page 80 _______________________________________________________________________ Appendix C...
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Page 81: Support Services
Brady Technical Solution Center at 1-800-643- 8766, (fax) 414-358-6767, or by E-mail at bradyts@execpt.com. Technical Support Sometime during the life of your Brady equipment you may find yourself in need of technical assistance. We provide fully-trained specialist to answer any questions that you may have. - Page 82 W.H. Brady Company Customer Service Form Complete this form before requesting technical assistance. Serial Number: _____________________________________________ Model Number: _____________________________________________ (Be specific, include ALL letters and numbers) Company: _________________________________________________ Address: ___________________________________________________ City: _____________________________________________________ State, Zip: _________________________________________________ Phone: (____)_______________________________________________ Contact: ___________________________________________________ Hours available for return call: _________________________________...
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Page 83: Product Service And Support Programs
Product Service and Support Programs At Brady, our service and support goal is to keep your printer performing optimally. Our service department provides a broad range of service options and are your expert sources for your support and maintenance needs. If you find yourself in need of technical assistance or repair service, our Technical Solutions Center stands ready with answers to any questions you may have. - Page 84 _______________________________________________________________________ Appendix D...
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Page 85: Limited Warranty Statement
Bradyprinter THT Model. This ninety (90) day warranty is valid only if a Brady-approved thermal or thermal transfer label media is used, as defined in the then current Brady list of Approved Thermal/Thermal Transfer Media, a copy of which is available from Brady. -
Page 86: Warranty Service Procedures
Brady shall not be responsible for any loss or damages incurred in shipping. Any warranty work to be performed by Brady shall be subject to Brady's confirmation that such product meets Brady's warranty. In the event of a defect covered by its warranty, Brady will return the repaired or replaced product to the Purchaser at Brady's cost. -
Page 87: Limitation Of Liability
Limitation of Liability IN NO EVENT SHALL BRADY BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LOST PROFITS ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO BRADY'S PRODUCTS, OR THE PERFORMANCE OR NONPERFORMANCE THEREOF, EVEN IF BRADY HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY THEREOF. BRADY's... - Page 88 _______________________________________________________________________ Appendix E...
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