Printhead Pressure - Intermec EasyCoder F2 User Manual

Printhead Pressure

Intermec EasyCoder F2 – User's Guide
The pressure of the thermal printhead against the direct thermal
media is factory-adjusted. However, the use of thicker or thinner
media than normal could require the printhead pressure to be
readjusted.
Using a straight-slot screwdriver, turn the adjustment screw
clockwise for more pressure (+) or counterclockwise for less pres-
sure (-). Print a few labels, preferably test labels (see Chapter
6, "Setting Up the Printer") and check the printout. Increased
pressure generally gives a darker printout and vice versa. Repeat
until the desired result is obtained.
To return to the factory setting, tighten the screw (+) as far as it
goes and then loosen it (-) six full turns.
Do not use a higher printhead pressure than necessary, because
it may increase the wear of the printhead and shorten its life.
Chapter 11
Caution!
Adjustment Screw
Adjustments
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