Do not use paint thinner, benzene, alcohol, or any other organic solvents to clean this product as it may damage the surface. Use a soft, dry cloth instead. Always use official, genuine NIIMBOT labels. This product warranty does not cover an.y malfunctions or damage caused by third-party labels.
Purchasing the product through other channels may mean you buy a pirated product or a product not adapted to your region or country of use which may lead to usage issues. In such cases, NIIMBOT may be unable to provide you with further assistance.
About this product Thank you for purchasing the NIIMBOT K3/K3_W Smart Label Printer. This thermal printer produces images by heating the label paper and does not require ink or carbon powder. Our label printers are designed to last and come with an after-sales service guarantee.
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01-2 Product functions Paper compartment release button Paper feed button Paper outlet Power switch USB-B interface Power socket Cutting blade Sensor Printhead Label roll holder Label paper guide Print roller latch Print (drive) roller Stopper...
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01-3 Button functions Name Action Function description Power button Toggle Turn device on or off Compartment release button Press down Open paper compartment cover OPEN Standby status: Feed a sheet of paper Short press Print status: Cancel printing Paper feed button Long press Standby status: Calibrate paper type Press twice...
Installation and use 02-1 Connecting the power supply Confirm that the printer power switch is in the off (O) position. Connect the power cord to the printer's DC power socket. Plug the other end of the power cord into a suitable AC power outlet. If the AC power outlet is switched on, the power indicator light will turn blue.
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02-2 Loading label paper Paper compartment release button Paper feed button Facing the front of the device, press the compartment release button to lift the paper compartment cover. Note: Do not touch the cutting blade with your finger—risk of injury! Cutting blade Printing surface Snap the label paper into...
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through the print (drive) roller. Pull the guides open with your free hand, then place the label roll on the roll holder and release the guides. Make sure the label roll can rotate freely. Note: Do not place the label roll at the bottom of the paper compartment. Print roller latch Thread the label paper through the guides.
Visit the software downloads page on NIIMBOT's official website (www.niimbot.com) to download and install the computer version of "NIIMBOT ." 02.Download the app To use this product, please download and install the NIIMBOT app, available from Google Play or the App Store on Apple devices. NIIMBOT Design &...
3) Follow the onscreen prompts to establish a connection. To connect from a computer: 1) Turn on the printer. 2) Connect the printer to your computer using a USB data cable. 3) Open the "NIIMBOT" computer app. 4) Follow the onscreen prompts to establish a connection.
Installing the Windows driver 03-1 Downloading the driver Navigate to the official NIIMBOT website (www.niimbot.com), and select Download Center - Third-Party Driver Downloads to obtain the driver for installation. 03-2 Installing the driver Select the printer...
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Select the USB option. Once connected, the computer will automatically display the USB port.
Printer maintenance Regular maintenance is required in order to ensure optimal printing results. Note: Before cleaning the printer, turn off the power and remove the power cord. 04-1 Cleaning the device exterior Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe dust and stains off the device. For stubborn stains, use a slightly damp cloth.
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ESD warning: The discharge of electrostatic energy that accumulates on the surface of the human body can damage the printhead or electronic components used in this device. Always observe static-safe procedures when working with the printhead or the electronic components under the top cover.
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04-4 Cleaning and replacing the print roller Open the compartment cover and remove the label paper. Press the tabs on the left and right sides out, then rotate them up. Lift the print roller out of the printer’s bottom frame. Use a cleaning swab dipped in alcohol or a lint free cloth to clean the print roller, cleaning from the center toward the outer edges.
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Insert the print roller back into the printer’s bottom frame. Rotate the tabs back and snap them into place. Wait one minute to allow the printer to dry, then close the compartment or insert a label roll.
Troubleshooting 01.Solid red indicator light Possible reason Solution Compartment cover is not closed Check and close the compartment cover No label paper is loaded. SeeLoading No labels label paper Label paper is not pulled Pull the label paper out of the label compartment out of the label compartment and close the paper compartment cover The printhead temperature...
03.Cannot find printer with USB connection Possible reason Solution Connect the power supply and move the power The printer is not turned on. switch to the on position. USB cable is not connected. See USB connection The required driver See Installing the driver is not installed 04.Cannot find printer with Wi-Fi Possible reason...
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Please contact the official customer service to The printhead is worn out. request a replacement printhead. Third-party label paper We recommend using official NIIMBOT supplies. 07.No content printed on labels Possible reason Solution The printer was loaded with Use thermal label paper.
Label paper For best results, we recommend using official NIIMBOT supplies. Our specially designed label products improve print performance and prevent premature wear of the printhead. 01.Verifying label compatibility With ordinary thermal label paper, you can scratch the print surface of the medium with a fingernail or pen cap.
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Label type Paper feed type Description The labels are made from a transparent Non-continuous Transparent material, and each label is separated by roll gaps.
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