Cd-Rom & Software; Ac Power Cord; Cutter Unit; Symbols Used In This Guide - Brother P-touch QL-500 User Manual

CD-ROM & Software
• Do not scratch the CD-ROM.
• Do not subject the CD-ROM to extremely high or extremely low temperatures.
• Do not put heavy objects on the CD-ROM or apply force to the CD-ROM.
• The software contained on the CD-ROM is meant for use with the QL-500/550 only. See License
on CD for further details. This software may be installed on multiple personal computers for use
at an office, etc.

AC power cord

• Use only the AC power cord included with the QL-500/550.
• If the QL-500/550 will not be used for an extended period, remove the power supply cord from the
electrical outlet.
• Always hold the plug when removing the power cord from or inserting it into the outlet. Do not pull
on the cord. The wire in the cord may become damaged.
• You should position the QL-500/550 near an easily accessible, standard electrical socket.

Cutter unit

• The cutter unit contains a very sharp blade. To
prevent injury from a broken cutter blade:
• Make sure the top cover is closed when using
the cutter unit.
• Don't apply too much pressure when fitting or
removing the cutter unit.
• When the cutter unit becomes blunt you should
replace it with a new one.
• If you break the cutter unit, unplug your QL-500/
550 from the power and remove the cutter unit
carefully with a pair of tweezers.
• If the machine jams due to a build up of adhesive,
you should clean the surface of the paper guide.
Unplug the QL-500/550 from the power and wipe
away the adhesive build up from the surface of the
paper guide using a cloth or tissue dipped in
isopropyl alcohol. We recommend that you clean the paper guide when replacing the cutter unit.
• The cutter unit should give you an average number of 5000 cuts or more, depending on how you
use the machine. If your QL-500/550 does not cut the labels properly or starts to jam often, the
cutter might have reached the end of its life; you should replace the cutter.
The following symbols are used throughout this guide to indicate additional information of varying
degrees of importance.
This symbol indicates information or directions that should be followed - if ignored, the result
may be damage, injury, or failed operations.
This symbol indicates information or directions that can help you better understand or use the
QL-500/550 more efficiently.

Symbols Used in this Guide

Paper guide surface
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