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Each product and program carries a respective written warranty, the only warranty on which the customer can rely. Paxar reserves the right to make changes in the product, the programs, and their availability at any time and without notice. Although Paxar has made every effort to provide complete and accurate information in this manual, Paxar shall not be liable for any omissions or inaccuracies.
Describes how to connect power cords and use additional devices on the MWS. Describes how to charge the batteries. Describes battery power and battery safety issues. Explains how to print supplies from a printer on the MWS. Technical specifications about the MWS. Getting Started 1-1...
O r d e r i n g P r o g r a m m e r ’ s M a n u a l s The Packet Reference Manual, which describes how to create format and batch packets for printing labels, how to configure a Monarch® printer online, and how to perform other advanced techniques is available from our Web site.
A B O U T T H E M W S The Compact Mobile Work Station is shipped assembled. Use this chapter to verify the cable connections. Front Right Side Left Side Back About the MWS 2-1...
C o n n e c t i n g t h e P o w e r C o r d Make sure to set the proper voltage on the charger voltage selector switch on the right side of the charger (115V in U.S. or 230V International). Incorrect voltage selection can result in charger failure.
Contact your Monarch Representative for instructions on attaching a Monarch® printer to the MWS. U s i n g o t h e r M o n a r c h ® P r i n t e r s Contact your Monarch Representative for instructions on connecting Monarch®...
C H A R G I N G T H E B A T T E R I E S The Compact MWS' battery charger is a fully automatic, maintenance-free charger. The charger power switch does not control the MWS power. The MWS power switch located on the power panel controls power to the cart and connected devices.
I m p o r t a n t C h a r g i n g I n f o r m a t i o n DANGER! RISK OF ELECTRICAL AND FIRE HAZARD. CERTAIN ACTIONS MAY RESULT IN DEATH, SERIOUS Do not disassemble the battery charger.
A b o u t t h e B a t t e r y S t a t u s L E D s The charger is mounted on the Power Panel. The MWS Battery Status LEDs are located on the top-left side of the Power Panel. To use the Battery Status LEDs, the MWS must be on.
The 24VDC charger has a Power LED and five Percentage LEDs. When the charger is turned off (power LED off), the percentage LED shows battery status. The percentage LED flashes while charging to display battery status. When the batteries are fully charged, the 100 percent LED stays on. Power B a t t e r y L i f e If you leave the battery charger plugged in and...
In the information below, “typical conditions” are defined as follows: one Monarch® printer printing standard compliance 4x6 labels (5-10 minutes of actual printing per hour), no auxiliary devices attached to the MWS, and standard environmental conditions (no excessive heat or humidity).
OFF the MWS' The MWS' power switch controls the power to all devices on the MWS. If using more than one printer on the MWS, manually turn OFF each printer’s power switch.
The AC power inverter provides 115V power to peripherals, such as a PC, scanner, charger, or printer. This equipment contains components which can produce arcs or sparks. To prevent fire or explosion, do not install near Flammable materials or in locations that require ignition-protected equipment (including gasoline-powered machinery, fuel tanks, joints, or fittings).
However, printing while charging is not recommended on a frequent basis. If the printer will be unused for extended periods of time, we recommend leaving the printhead unlatched. If the printer’s green power light blinks, you need to recharge the battery.
Escape/Clear, the printer “wakes up” and you enter the offline menu mode. You can also send any data to the printer to wake it up. You do not lose any data sent to the printer during sleep mode.
S P E C I F I C A T I O N S M o b i l e W o r k S t a t i o n ( M W S ) Height: Approximately 37 inches (940 mm) depending on selected options Top Width: 20.5 inches (521 mm)
B a t t e r i e s (1) 12-volt, 55 amp-hour, deep cycle battery (2) 12-volt, 55 amp-hour, deep cycle batteries Sealed lead-acid, non-venting (safety venting only), no transportation restrictions Shelf Life/Charge Retention: 1 month 3 months 6 months Cycle Use: 100% depth of discharge 50% depth of discharge...
2 4 V D C M o d e l s Input 90-132 VAC @ 5.0 A 180-264 VAC @ 2.5 A 50/60 Hz IEC 320-C14 Connection Output 24 VDC, 8 Amps DC charging current Reverse polarity and short circuit-proof 7 hour full charge, typical re-charge 3-6 hours 20-100 hour typical battery duration Smart charging...
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