CAB AXON 1 User manual

Original Instructions
AXON 1
MADE IN GERMANY
Labelling System

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Type
Labeling system AXON 1.1/300
AXON 1.1/600
AXON 1.2/300
AXON 1.2/600
Edition: 12/2021 - Part No. 9003675
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Instructions
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Randburg
Phone +27 11 886 3580
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1 Introduction............................................................................................................................................4
1.1 Instructions...............................................................................................................................................4
1.2 Intended Use............................................................................................................................................4
1.3 Safety Instructions....................................................................................................................................5
1.4 Environment.............................................................................................................................................5
2 Installation..............................................................................................................................................6
2.1 Device Overview......................................................................................................................................6
2.2 Unpacking and Setting-up........................................................................................................................7
2.3 Connecting the Device.............................................................................................................................7
2.3.1 Connecting to the Power Supply........................................................................................................7
2.3.2 Connecting to a Computer or Computer Network ..............................................................................7
2.4 Switching on the Device...........................................................................................................................7
3 Touchscreen Display .............................................................................................................................8
3.1 Start Screen.............................................................................................................................................8
3.2 Navigation in the Menu ..........................................................................................................................10
4 Loading Material................................................................................................................................... 11
4.1 Loading Labels........................................................................................................................................11
4.2 Removing the Wound Roll ......................................................................................................................11
4.3 Loading Transfer Ribbon........................................................................................................................12
4.4 Setting the Feed Path of the Transfer Ribbon........................................................................................13
5 Setting-up the Applicator ....................................................................................................................14
5.1 Adjusting the Supporting Plate...............................................................................................................14
5.2 Adjusting the Transport Rollers..............................................................................................................15
5.3 Adjusting the Pressure Roller.................................................................................................................15
5.4 Menu Settings........................................................................................................................................16
6 Operation..............................................................................................................................................17
6.1 Synchronization of the Paper Feed........................................................................................................17
6.2 Standard Operation................................................................................................................................18
7 Cleaning................................................................................................................................................19
7.1 Cleaning Information..............................................................................................................................19
7.2 Cleaning the Print Roller........................................................................................................................19
7.3 Cleaning the Printhead...........................................................................................................................19
8 Fault Correction ...................................................................................................................................20
8.1 Error Display ..........................................................................................................................................20
8.2 Error Messages and Fault Correction....................................................................................................20
8.3 Problem Solution....................................................................................................................................22
9 Technical Data......................................................................................................................................23
10 Licenses................................................................................................................................................25
10.1 EU Declaration of Conformity.................................................................................................................25
10.2 FCC........................................................................................................................................................25
11 Index......................................................................................................................................................26
Table of Contents

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1 Introduction
1.1 Instructions
Important information and instructions in this documentation are designated as follows:
Danger!
Draws attention to an exceptionally great, imminent danger to your health or life due to hazardous
voltages.
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Danger!
Draws attention to a danger with high risk which, if not avoided, may result in death or serious injury.
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Warning!
Draws attention to a danger with medium risk which, if not avoided, may result in death or serious injury.
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Caution!
Draws attention to a danger with low risk which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
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Attention!
Draws attention to potential risks of property damage or loss of quality.
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Advices to make work routine easier or on important steps to be carried out.
Environment!
Gives you tips on protecting the environment.
Handling instruction
Reference to section, position, illustration number or document.
Option (accessories, peripheral equipment, special ttings).
Time Information in the display.
1.2 Intended Use
• The device is intended exclusively for printing suitable labels and applying the labels onto tubes. Any other use
or use going beyond this shall be regarded as improper use. The manufacturer/supplier shall not be liable for
damage resulting from unauthorized use; the user shall bear the risk alone.
• The device is manufactured in accordance with the current technological status and the recognized safety rules.
However, danger to the life and limb of the user or third parties and/or damage to the device and other tangible
assets can arise during use.
• The device may only be used for its intended purpose and if it is in perfect working order, and it must be used with
regard to safety and dangers as stated in that manual.
• Usage for the intended purpose also includes complying with that manual.

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1 Introduction
1.3 Safety Instructions
• The device is congured for voltages of 100 to 240 V AC. It only has to be plugged into a grounded socket.
• Only connect the device to other devices which have a protective low voltage.
• Switch o all aected devices (computer, printer, accessories) before connecting or disconnecting.
• The device may only be used in a dry environment, do not expose it to moisture (sprays of water, mists, etc.).
• Do not use the device in an explosive atmosphere.
• Do not use the device close to high-voltage power lines.
• Ensure that people‘s clothing, hair, jewelry etc. do not come into contact with the exposed rotating parts.
• The device or parts of it can become hot while printing. Do not touch during operation, and allow to cool down
before changing material and before disassembly.
• Perform only those actions described in this operating manual.
Work going beyond this may only be performed by trained personnel or service technicians.
• Unauthorized interference with electronic modules or their software can cause malfunctions.
• Other unauthorized work on or modications to the device can also endanger operational safety.
• Always have service work done in a qualied workshop, where the personnel have the technical knowledge and
tools required to do the necessary work.
• There are various warning stickers on the device. They draw your attention to dangers.
Warning stickers must therefore not be removed, as then you and other people cannot be aware of dangers and
may be injured.
• The maximum sound pressure level is less than 70 dB(A).
Danger!
Danger to life and limb from power supply.
Do not open the device casing.
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Warning!
This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which
case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
1.4 Environment
Obsolete devices contain valuable recyclable materials that should be sent for recycling.
Send to suitable collection points, separately from residual waste.
The modular construction of the device enables it to be easily disassembled into its component parts.
Send the parts for recycling.
The electronic circuit board of the device is equipped with a lithium battery.
Take old batteries to collection boxes in shops or public waste disposal centers.

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2 Installation
2.1 Device Overview
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AXON 1.1 AXON 1.2
1 Touchscreen display
2 Ribbon take-up hub
3 Ribbon supply hub
4 Roll retainer
5 Cover (Option)
6 Internal rewinder
7 Print unit
Figure 1 Overview
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AXON 1.1 AXON 1.2
8 Ribbon deection
9 Printhead retainer with printhead
10 Printhead locking lever
11 Allen key
12 Label sensor
13 Guide adjusting knob
14 Guide
15 Locking lever with pinch roller
16 Rewind assist roller
17 Print roller
18 Dispense plate
19 Lever with pressure roller
20 Transport roller
21 Supporting plate
22 USB host interface for USB memory stick or
service key
23 LED "Power on"
Figure 2 Print unit

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22 Power connection jack
23 Power switch
24 Slot for SD card
25 2 USB host interfaces for keyboard,
scanner, USB memory stick, Bluetooth
adapter or service key
26 USB Hi-speed device interface
27 Ethernet 10/100 Base-T
28 Serial RS-232 port
29 Slot for I/O interface (Option) or 2 Port
Ethernet Switch (Option)
Figure 3 Connections
2.2 Unpacking and Setting-up
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Please keep the original packaging.
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Attention!
The device and printing materials will be damaged by moisture and wetness.
Set up the device only in dry locations protected from splash water.
Lift the labelling system out of the box.
Check the labelling system for damage which may have occurred during transport.
Remove foam transportation safeguards near the printhead.
Check delivery for completeness.
Contents of delivery:
• Labelling system
• Power cable
• USB interface cable
• Instructions
Set up the labelling system on a level surface.
2.3 Connecting the Device
2.3.1 Connecting to the Power Supply
Check that the device is switched o.
Plug the power cable into the power connection socket (24).
Plug the power cable into a grounded socket.
2.3.2 Connecting to a Computer or Computer Network
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Attention!
Inadequate or no grounding can cause malfunctions during operations.
Ensure that all computers and cables connected to the device are grounded.
Connect the device to a computer or network by a suitable cable.
For details of the conguration of the individual interfaces Conguration Manual cab printers
2.4 Switching on the Device
When all connections have been made:
Switch the device on at the power switch (25).
The device performs a system test, and then shows the system status Ready in the display (1).

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3 Touchscreen Display
The user can control the operation of the device with the control panel, for example:
• Issuing, interrupting, continuing and canceling print jobs,
• Setting printing parameters, e.g. heat level of the printhead, print speed, interface conguration, language and
time of day Conguration Manual cab printers,
• Control stand-alone operation with a memory module Conguration Manual cab printers,
• Update the rmware Conguration Manual cab printers.
• Many functions and settings can also be controlled by software applications or by direct programming with a
computer using the printer’s own commands. For details Programming Manual cab printers.
Settings made on the touchscreen display make the basic settings of the device.
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Note!
It is advantageous, whenever possible, to make adaptations to various print jobs in the software.
3.1 Start Screen
After switching on During printing After print job
Figure 4 Start screen
The touchscreen display is operated directly by touch:
• To open a menu or select a menu item lightly touch the corresponding symbol.
• To scroll in lists slide nger up or down on the display.
Open the menu Repeat the last printed label
Interrupt the print job Cancel all print jobs
Continue the print job Feed a blank label
Starting a labelling cycle or a pre-dened step within a labelling cycle
Table 1 Symbols on the start screen
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Inactive symbols are shaded.

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In the headline several information are displayed as widgets depending on the conguration:
Figure 5 Widgets in the start screen
Displays the current data transfer in the form of a falling drop.
The Save data stream function is active Conguration Manual cab printers
All received data are stored in a .lbl le.
Warning ribbon end Conguration Manual cab printers
The remaining diameter of the ribbon supply roll undershoots the set value.
SD card installed
USB memory installed
gray: Bluetooth adapter installed, white: Bluetooth connection active
WiFi connection active
The WiFi strength is displayed by the number of white arcs.
Ethernet connection active
USB connection active
abc program active
Clock time
Table 2 Widgets in the start screen
3 Touchscreen Display

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3.2 Navigation in the Menu
Start level Selection level Parameter/function level
Figure 6 Menu levels
To open the menu select on the start screen.
Select a theme in the selection level.
Several themes have substructures again with selection levels.
To return from the current level to the upper one select . To leave the menu select .
Continue the selection until the parameter/function level is reached.
Start a function. The will carry out the function possibly after a preparing dialogue.
- or -
Select a parameter to set. The setup possibilities are depending from the parameter type.
Logical parameters Selection parameters Numerical parameters Date/time
Figure 7 Samples for parameter setting
Scroll bar for rough value setting
Decreasing the value step-by-step
Increasing the value step-by-step
Return without saving the setting
Return with saving the setting
Parameter is disabled, touching enables the parameter
Parameter is enabled, touching disables the parameter
Table 3 Buttons for parameter setting
3 Touchscreen Display

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4 Loading Material
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For adjustments and simple installation work, use the accompanying Allen key located in the top section of
the print unit. No other tools are required for the work described here.
4.1 Loading Labels
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Figure 8 Loading media Figure 9 Label feed path
1. Put the label roll (5) onto the roll retainer (6).
2. Unroll a label strip of approx. 60 cm.
3. Turn lever (2) counterclockwise to lift the printhead (1).
4. Unlock the pinch roller (12) from the rewind assist roller (13).
5. Remove the labels from the 30 cm of the label strip.
6. Guide the label strip as shown in Figure 9 trough the label sensor (3), around the dispense plate (14) and the
rewind assist roller (13) to the rewinder (8).
7. Adjust the guide (10) with the knob (4) in such a way that the label strip will be guided without clamping.
8. Hold rewinder (8) rmly and turn knob (7) clockwise until it stops.
9. Push label strip under a bracket (9) of the rewinder (8) and align the outer edge of the label strip to the label roll.
10.Turn knob (7) counterclockwise until it stops.
The rewinder is fully spread, thus gripping the label strip rmly.
11. Turn rewinder (8) counterclockwise to tighten the label strip.
12.Align the locking system (12) to the middle of the liner.
13.Position the adjusting ring (11) directly below the locking system (12) and tighten it with the set screw.
14.Swing the pinch roller (12) to the rewind assist roller (13).
15.Turn lever (2) clockwise to lock the printhead.
4.2 Removing the Wound Roll
Cut the label strip.
Hold rewinder (8) rmly and turn knob (7) clockwise.
The rewinder spindle relaxes and the wound roll is released.
Remove wound roll from rewinder (8).

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4.3 Loading Transfer Ribbon
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Figure 10 Loading transfer ribbon
1. Clean printhead before loading the transfer ribbon (7.3 on page 19).
2. Turn lever (1) counterclockwise to lift the printhead.
3. Slide transfer ribbon roll (3) onto the ribbon supply hub (4)
4. Hold ribbon supply hub (4) rmly and turn knob (2) counterclockwise until the transfer ribbon roll is secured.
5. Slide suitable transfer ribbon core (6) onto the transfer ribbon take-up hub (5) and secure it in the same way.
6. Guide transfer ribbon through the print unit as shown in Figure 11.
7. Secure starting end of transfer ribbon to the transfer ribbon core (6) with adhesive tape. Ensure counterclockwise
rotation direction of the transfer ribbon take-up hub here.
8. Turn transfer ribbon take-up hub (5) counterclockwise to smooth out the feed path of the transfer ribbon.
9. Turn lever (1) clockwise to lock the printhead.
Figure 11 Transfer ribbon feed path
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4.4 Setting the Feed Path of the Transfer Ribbon
Transfer ribbon wrinkling can lead to print image errors. The transfer ribbon deection (3) can be adjusted so as to
prevent wrinkles.
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Figure 12 Setting the feed path of the transfer ribbon
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The adjustment is best carried out during printing.
Read current setting on the scale (1) and record if necessary.
Turn screw (2) with Allen key and observe the behavior of the ribbon.
In the + direction, the inner edge of the ribbon is tightened, and the outer edge is tightened in the - direction.
4 Loading Material

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5 Setting-up the Applicator
5.1 Adjusting the Supporting Plate
The supporting plate (2) can be set vertically to adjust the position of the label on the tube and therefore to adjust the
measure E.
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AXON 1.1 AXON 1.2
L Tube length
F Length of tread or cap
EDistance label - upper edge labeling area
R Distance label - liner edge
P Distance paper guiding edge - chassis
NDistance chassis - supporting plate
Supporting plate over chassis - N > 0
Supporting plate under chassis - N < 0
The following correlation can be deduced from the
gure:
L + N = F + E+ B + R + P
The measure for the positioning of the supporting plate
results in: N = (F + B + R + P - L) + E
Figure 13 Measures for supporting plate positioning
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Set the supporting plate (2) by turning the spindle
(1) to the measure N.
Figure 14 Setting the supporting plate

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5 Setting-up the Applicator
5.2 Adjusting the Transport Rollers
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Figure 15 Adjusting the transport rollers
The transport rollers (3) can be shifted on the axles (1).
Loosen the screws (3).
Set the transport rollers in such a way that
• the tubes to be labeled are guided over the longest possible length and
• the top edges of the transports rollers are below the thread or cap (2) of the tube respectively the area over the
transport rollers is long enough to insert and remove the tubes.
Tighten the screws (3).
5.3 Adjusting the Pressure Roller
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Figure 16 Adjusting the pressure roller
The pressure roller (1) can be shifted on the axle (3).
Loosen the screw (3).
Set the pressure roller in such a way, that the roller can grasp the tube in the middle.
Tighten the screw (3).

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5.4 Menu Settings
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In that chapter are described the specic applicator parameters of the menu Labelling only.
For more information about the conguration Conguration Manual cab printers.
Start menu.
Select Setup > Labelling.
Parameter Meaning Default
Device info Information about the applicator:
Software version, tube diameter,
number of labelling cycles, error messages, tube rotations
Teach-in product Function to teach the applicator to the tube diameter.
Peel-off position Shift the position of the dispensed label relative to the dispensing edge.
The setting can also be adjusted by the software.
The settings of conguration and software are added together.
0.0 mm
Tube locking Mode of tube locking before labeling
STARTsignal: A START signal must be sent to lock the tube
Automatic: Locking occurs automatically
STARTsignal
Tube unlocking Mode of tube unlocking after labelling
STARTsignal: A START signal must be sent to unlock the tube
Automatic: Unlocking occurs automatically
STARTsignal
Check tube removal Checking the tube removal after labelling
only for Tube unlocking = STARTsignal On
Check diameter Checking the tube diameter before labelling On
Tube rotations Number of tube rotations within the labelling cycle 2,0
Table 4 Parameters of the Setup > Labelling menu
Teach-in product
Select Teach-in product.
The display shows Step 1/2 Remove tube.
Remove the tube from the applicator and select Continue.
After a short applicator movement the display shows Step 2/2 Insert tube.
Insert a tube and select Continue.
After a next applicator movement the display shows Product successfully taught-in.
If the result is out of the specication an error message will appear.
Select Continue.
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6 Operation
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Attention!
Printhead damage caused by improper handling!
Do not touch the underside of the printhead with the ngers or sharp objects.
Ensure that the labels are clean.
Ensure that the label surfaces are smooth. Rough labels act like emery paper and reduce the service life
of the printhead.
Print with the lowest possible printhead temperature.
The device is ready for operation when
• all connections have been made,
• labels and, if applicable, the transfer ribbon have been loaded,
• the system has been adapted to the tube dimensions.
6.1 Synchronization of the Paper Feed
After the label stock has been inserted, for peel-o or cutting mode a synchronization of the paper feed is required.
That way the rst label, which is detected by the label sensor, will be transported to the print position and all labels in
front will be fed out of the device. So the synchronization avoids, that blank labels are peeled-o together with the rst
printed label or that the rst cut label would be too long. Both eects can cause useless rst labels.
Select to start the synchronization.
Remove the blank labels peeled-o or cut during the synchronization.
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Synchronization is not necessary if the printhead was not opened between dierent print jobs, even if the
device was switched o.

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6 Operation
6.2 Standard Operation
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Warning!
Risk of injury by rotating parts!
During operation, rotating parts are freely accessible.
Ensure that people‘s clothing, hair, jewelry etc. do not come into contact with the exposed rotating parts.
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Attention!
Peel-o mode must be activated in the software.
This is done with the "P command" in the direct programming. Programming Manual cab printers
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The labelling process can be modied by setting the following parameters page 16:
• Setup > Labelling > Tube locking
• Setup > Labelling > Tube unlocking
• Setup > Labelling > Check tube removal
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Attention!
The following steps can be released by selecting or sending the IO signal START.
Within one cycle only that release method will be accepted which was used for the rst step.
Send a print job.
Insert the rst tube.
Press .
The tube will be pressed against the transport rollers.
Press .
The rst label will be printed and applied onto the turning
tube.
Press .
The pressure roller will be unlocked
Remove the tube.
Press .
The tube removal will be checked.
Insert the next tube.
Press again to start next cycle.

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7 Cleaning
7.1 Cleaning Information
Danger!
Risk of death via electric shock!
Disconnect the labelling system from the power supply before performing any maintenance work.
The labelling system requires very little maintenance.
It is important to clean the thermal printhead regularly. This guarantees a consistently good printed image and plays a
major part in preventing premature wear of the printhead.
Otherwise, the maintenance is limited to monthly cleaning of the device.
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Attention!
The labelling system can be damaged by aggressive cleansers.
Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents for cleaning the external surfaces or modules.
Remove dust and paper u from the print area with a soft brush or vacuum cleaner.
The cover of the labelling system can be cleaned with a standard cleanser.
7.2 Cleaning the Print Roller
Accumulations of dirt on the print roller may impair the media transport and the print quality.
Lift the printhead.
Remove labels and transfer ribbon from the labelling system.
Remove deposits with roller cleaner and a soft cloth.
If the roller appears damaged, replace it Service Manual.
7.3 Cleaning the Printhead
Cleaning intervals: every ribbon roll change
Substances may accumulate on the printhead during printing and adversely aect printing, e.g. dierences in contrast
or vertical stripes.
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Attention!
Printhead can be damaged!
Do not use sharp or hard objects to clean the printhead.
Do not touch protective glass layer of the printhead.
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Attention!
Risk of injury from the hot printhead line.
Ensure that the printhead has cooled down before starting cleaning.
Lift the printhead.
Remove labels and transfer ribbon from the labelling system.
Clean printhead surface with special cleaning pen or a cotton swab dipped in pure alcohol.
Allow printhead to dry for 2–3 minutes before commissioning the labelling system.

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8 Fault Correction
8.1 Error Display
The appearance of an error will be shown on the display:
Figure 17 Error display
The error treatment is pending on the error type 8.2 on page 20.
The display oers the following possibilities to continue after an error occurred:
Repeat The print job will be continued after clearing the error cause.
Cancel The print job will be cancelled.
Feed The paper feed will be synchronized. Following the print job can be continued.
Ignore The error message will be ignored. The print job will be continued possibly with limited
performance.
Save log The error does not allow print operation.
For detailed analysis several system les can be saved on an external memory.
Table 5 Buttons in the error display
8.2 Error Messages and Fault Correction
Error message Cause Remedy
Barcode error Invalid barcode content, e.g. alphanu-
meric characters in a numerical barcode Correct the barcode content.
Barcode too big The barcode is too big for the allocated
area of the label Reduce the size of the barcode or move it.
Buffer overow The input buer memory is full and the
computer is still transmitting data. Use data transmission via protocol (preferably
RTS/CTS).
Device not conn. Programming addresses a non-existent
device Either connect this device or correct the
programming.
Device not locked The tube applicator is not in operating
position Fold up the applicator.
File not found Requested le is not on the card Check the contents of the card.
Font not found Error with the selected download font Cancel current print job, change font.
Initialization failed Hardware error tube applicator Switch o and on the system.
If error recurs call service.
Memory overow Current print job contains too much infor-
mation, e.g. selected font, large graphics Cancel current print job.
Reduce amount of data to be printed.
Name exists Duplicate usage of eld name in the direct
programming Correct programming
No label found There are labels missing on the label
material Press Repeat repeatedly until device recognizes the
next label on the material.
The label format as set in the software
does not correspond with the real label
format
Cancel current print job.
Change the label format set in the software.
Restart print job.
Device is loaded with continuous paper,
but the software is set on labels Cancel current print job.
Change the label format set in the software.
Restart the print job.
No label size The size of the label is not dened in the
programming. Check programming.
No tube detected No tube in the labelling area Insert tube.
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