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4100 Bar Code Label Printer User's Manual
After every 5,000 to 10,000 labels cut, check the front and back sides of the
cutter blades. If there is adhesive buildup on the blades, clean them with a
cloth or cotton swab sprayed with WD-40 or a similar product. Rub the
surfaces until the blades are completely clean.
You should also clean parts of the cutter where the media enters and exits the
cutter assembly. Watch for signs of adhesive buildup such as slower cutter
operation or increased effort to cut media.
You may also want to lubricate the plastic part of the cutter blade assembly that
moves up and down with the blade. Be sure that you use a silicon-based
lubricant on the plastic.
The cutter produces dust and paper particles as it operates. Make sure this
debris does not build up inside the printer or the cutter mechanism. A small
vacuum cleaner or compressed air is effective in removing a buildup of these
particles.
Adjusting the Printhead Support
If you are using media that is 3.5 inches or less in width, you must adjust the
printhead support to ensure optimal print quality and to avoid excessive wear
on the drive roller and printhead. You may also need to adjust the printhead
support if your printer exhibits signs of ribbon wrinkling or the print darkness
on the label is inconsistent from top to bottom.
The printhead support plate supports the outer end of the printhead when you
are using narrow media. Without this support, the printhead would bear
down excessively on the drive roller.
Tools Required: Phillips screwdriver, cotton swabs or clean cloth, isopropyl
alcohol.
To adjust printhead support
1. Loosen the two screws that fasten the printhead support plate to the
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printhead mount, leaving the screw on the left slightly snug.
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