Using Labels - Epson DFX-5000 User Manual

Using labels

When using labels in the DFX-5000, always choose the type
mounted on continuous paper with sprocket holes for use with a
tractor. Labels should be used in the front tractor only. You load
labels the same way that you load continuous paper. See the
section on loading paper onto the front tractor earlier in this
chapter.
WARNING:
reverse-feeding (bottom)
are loaded in the printer. Labels must never be fed
backward through the printer because they can easily
come off the backing and jam the printer.
Although you must never feed labels backward through the
printer, you can still use the DFX-5000's automatic paper handling
features if you follow these precautions:
Instead of using the
take the printer off line and press the
button until the last printed label is at the point where you can
tear it off easily.
Before using the
change paper, remove the entire supply of labels first. Always
remove labels by tearing off the fresh supply at a perforation
the
tractor and then pressing the
below
button to eject the remaining labels.
When adjusting the top of form or printing position, use only
the forward-feeding (top)
WARNING:
extreme temperatures and humidity, always use them
under normal operating conditions.
Never use the
MICRO FEED
TEAR OFF
button to remove printed labels,
FRONT/REAR
button to switch tractors or
MICRO FEED
Because labels are especially sensitive to
Loading and Using Paper
TEAR OFF, FRONT/REAR,
button when labels
FORM FEED
FORM FEED
button.
or
LINE FEED
or
LINE FEED
or
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