Dymo Labelmaker M1011 User Manual

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  • Page 1 User Guide www.dymo.com...
  • Page 2 Tape cassette door Tape rollers Tape advance knob Start line Tape pawl Embossing handle Embossing wheel Character selection window Cutting handle Embossing adjustment screw Cable tie slot punch Hole punch Cutting assembly Leader/trailer length guide...
  • Page 3: About Your New Labelmaker

    With your new DYMO M1011 labelmaker, you can create a wide variety of plastic and metal labels. The labelmaker uses DYMO 12 mm (1/2") label tape. DYMO plastic tapes are available in a wide variety of colors. Metal tapes are available as follows: •...
  • Page 4 Loading the Label Tape The DYMO M1011 is set to emboss non-adhesive aluminium or plastic tape. To load the tape roll 1. Hold the labelmaker in your left hand. 2. Open tape door (A). 3. Insert roll of tape allowing the end to extend about 5 cm (2") through the tape slot.
  • Page 5 Cutting the Tape To cut the tape 1. Squeeze the embossing handle half-way, several times until the tape extends from the front of the cutting assembly (M) by at least 1 cm (1"). Before cutting the tape, make sure the end of the tape extends beyond the edge of the cutting assembly so you can easily pull the label out.
  • Page 6 Embossing the Label Avoid turning the embossing wheel at the same time you are squeezing the embossing handle. This can damage the character blades. To emboss a label 1. Turn the character selection wheel (G) until the desired letter is centered in the window (H).
  • Page 7 Embossing on Stainless Steel Tape You may need to adjust the labelmaker to emboss properly when using stainless steel tape. To adjust for stainless steel tape 1. Turn the adjustment screw (J) clockwise 1/2 to 3/4 turn. 2. Emboss the text as described in “Embossing the Label” on page 6.
  • Page 8 Retracting the Tape You may want to retract the tape, for example, if the tape advanced too far or to center the text on the label. To retract the tape 1. Pull back the pawl (E). 2. Turn the tape advance knob (C) counter-clockwise.
  • Page 9: Removing The Tape

    Removing the Tape To remove the tape 1. Retract the tape as described in “Retracting the Tape” on page 8. 2. Open the tape cassette door (A) and remove the tape. Use caution when removing stainless steel tape that may have sharp edges.
  • Page 10 Centering the Text on the Label The leader/trailer length guide (N) has positioning marks for a short (S) or long label (L). Use the marks on the guide to center the text on your label. To center the text on a long label 1.
  • Page 11 Applying Self-Adhesive Labels Self-adhesive plastic and aluminum labels stick permanently to any smooth, clean, and dry surface. To apply self-adhesive labels 1. Peel off the protective backing taking care not to touch the adhesive. 2. Press the label in place. 3.
  • Page 12 Punching Holes in Non-Adhesive Labels You can choose to punch one or two holes in non-adhesive labels so that the labels can be attached using screws, nails, rivets, and metal or plastic wires or ties. You can also punch a cable tie slot in one or both ends of the label.
  • Page 13: Changing The Wheel

    Changing the Wheel You can replace the character wheel with a Reverse Image Wheel. To change the wheel 1. Remove the label tape. 2. Unscrew the screw in the center of the embossing wheel (G) and remove the wheel. 3. Position the new wheel. 4.
  • Page 14 Keep the following in mind when using the labelmaker: • Letters appear where you want spaces - You are probably squeezing the embossing handle too hard. • Letters overlap - The tape is slipping. This can happen when dirt or grease gets on the rollers. Clean the rollers by using a soft cloth and alcohol, while turning the tape advance knob back and forth several times.
  • Page 15: Contacting Customer Support

    The following table provides a list of telephone numbers to reach DYMO Sales and Support departments. You can also reach DYMO at www.dymo.com. Country Australia Austria Belgium Canada Denmark Finland France Germany Italy Netherlands Norway Spain/Portugal Sweden Switzerland United Kingdom...
  • Page 16: Warranty Registration

    This DYMO M1011 has been manufactured under strict quality control and performance tested before leaving the factory. Within one year after purchase, DYMO will repair or replace, at its own option, the M1011 free of charge if sent prepaid by the purchaser to DYMO and found, in DYMO's judgement, to be defective in materials or workmanship.

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