Dispenser - SATO DR308e Operator's Manual

Section 8: Optional Accessories

8.3 DISPENSER

Dispenser should only be installed by Sato qualified servicing personnel.
8.3.1 To route the label when the dispenser is installed
1.
Load the label accordingly to the instructions as men-
tioned in Section 2.3 Loading Labels or Tags.
2.
With the thumbs position on the two corner of the pres-
sure bracket, push the pressure bracket up and pull
forward to open the pressure bracket.
3.
With the head lock lever release, set the label to the
dispenser.
Peel off the first 3 to 4 labels from the backing paper and
then pass the backing paper under the pressure
bracket as shown.
4.
Close the pressure bracket with the backing paper
passing through it.
5.
Remount the print head by turning the head lock lever
clockwise until it latch on. The print head should lock into
place firmly. Close the main cover.
6.
Power on the printer and press the LINE button to set
the printer to OFFLINE mode.
7.
Press the FEED button. An empty label should be fed
and stop at the dispenser. This procedure is to ensure
the label is loaded correctly.
8.3.2 Stop position Adjustment
The stop position can be adjusted with the OFFSET potentiometer. Refer to Section 3.6.1 Offset Volume
mode on page 3-8.
Notes:
• There may be cases when the dispenser does not function properly due to the thickness of the labels
used. Please use labels with thickness within 135 to 265um (0.005 to 0.01 in.).
• Dispenser unit is effective for label pitch 25 to 181 mm (1 to 7.1 in.). However, label size limitation may vary
with application conditions.
• Labels over 100mm (3.9 in.) may curl at dispense due to the nature of the material. There is no remedy for
this.
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