CAB SQUIX User manual

Made in Germany
Operator's Manual
SQUIX
Label Printer

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Family Type
SQUIX SQUIX 4 SQUIX 4.3
SQUIX 4P SQUIX 4.3P
SQUIX 4M SQUIX 4.3M
SQUIX 4MP SQUIX 4.3MP
SQUIX 4MT SQUIX 4.3MT
Edition: 01/2017 - Part No. 9009902
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Operator's Manual
for the following products
Germany
cab Produkttechnik
GmbH & Co KG
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D-76007 Karlsruhe
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Representatives in other countries on request

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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 the Printer......................................................................................................8
2.3 Installing the WLAN stick .........................................................................................................................8
2.4 Connecting the Device.............................................................................................................................9
2.4.1 Connecting to the Power Supply........................................................................................................9
2.4.2 Connecting to a Computer or Computer Network ..............................................................................9
2.5 Switching on the Device...........................................................................................................................9
3 Touchscreen Display ...........................................................................................................................10
3.1 Start Screen...........................................................................................................................................10
3.2 Navigation in the Menu ..........................................................................................................................12
4 Loading Material...................................................................................................................................13
4.1 Loading Media from Roll........................................................................................................................13
4.1.1 Positioning the Media Roll on the Roll Retainer...............................................................................13
4.1.2 Inserting the Media Strip into the Printhead ..................................................................................... 14
4.1.3 Setting the Label Sensor..................................................................................................................14
4.1.4 Winding up the Media Strip in Rewind Mode....................................................................................15
4.1.5 Removing the Wound Roll................................................................................................................16
4.1.6 Winding up the Liner in Peel-Off mode.............................................................................................17
4.2 Loading Fanfold Media...........................................................................................................................18
4.3 Setting the Head Locking System..........................................................................................................19
4.4 Removing and Installing the Rewind Guide Plate, Dispense Plate or Tear-off Plate............................. 20
4.5 Loading Transfer Ribbon........................................................................................................................21
4.6 Setting the Feed Path of the Transfer Ribbon........................................................................................22
5 Printing Operation................................................................................................................................23
5.1 Synchronization of the Paper Feed........................................................................................................23
5.2 Tear-off Mode.........................................................................................................................................23
5.3 Peel-off Mode.........................................................................................................................................23
5.4 Internal Rewinding .................................................................................................................................23
5.5 Suppressing Backfeed (SQUIX 4MT only).............................................................................................24
5.6 Avoiding Loss of Material (SQUIX 4MT only).........................................................................................24
6 Cleaning................................................................................................................................................25
6.1 Cleaning Information..............................................................................................................................25
6.2 Cleaning the Print Roller........................................................................................................................25
6.3 Cleaning the Printhead...........................................................................................................................25
6.4 Cleaning the Label Sensor.....................................................................................................................26
7 Fault Correction ...................................................................................................................................27
7.1 Error Display ..........................................................................................................................................27
7.2 Error Messages and Fault Correction....................................................................................................27
7.3 Problem Solution....................................................................................................................................29
8 Media.....................................................................................................................................................30
8.1 Media Dimensions..................................................................................................................................30
8.2 Device Dimensions ...............................................................................................................................31
8.3 ReexMarkDimensions ........................................................................................................................32
8.4 Cut-out Mark Dimensions.......................................................................................................................33
9 Licenses................................................................................................................................................34
9.1 Reference to the EU Declaration of Conformity.....................................................................................34
9.2 FCC........................................................................................................................................................34
10 Index......................................................................................................................................................35
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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Note!
Advices to make work routine easier or on important steps to be carried out.
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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 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 the operating manual.
• The device printer is intended exclusively for printing suitable materials that have been approved by the manufac-
turer. 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.
• Usage for the intended purpose also includes complying with the operating manual, including the manufacturer‘s
maintenancerecommendationsandspecications.
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Notice!
The complete documentation is included in the scope of delivery on DVD, and can also currently be found in
the Internet.

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1 Introduction
1.3 Safety Instructions
• Thedeviceiscongured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 off all affected 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.
• If the device is operated with the cover open, 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.
• Risk of crushing when closing the cover. Touch the cover at the outside only. Do not reach into the swivel range of
the cover.
• 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modicationstothedevicecanalsoendangeroperationalsafety.
• Always have serviceworkdoneinaqualied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
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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 printer 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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1 Cover
2 Margin stop
(only "M" devices)
3 Margin stop
4 Roll retainer
5 Ribbon supply hub
6 Ribbon take-up hub
7 Internal rewinder
(only "P" devices)
8 Print unit
9 Cover
(not at SQUIX 4P/4.3P/4MT/4.3MT)
10 Touchscreen display
11 LED "Power on"
Figure 1 Overview
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12 Ribbondeection
13 Printhead retainer with printhead
14 Label sensor
15 Allen key
16 Printhead locking lever
17 Print roller
18 Guide adjusting knob
19 Guide
20 Dispense plate
21 Rewind assist roller
(only "P" devices)
22 Locking system
(only "P" devices)
Figure 2 Print unit

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23 Antistatic brush
24 Pressing roller system
25 Detent pin
26 Pinch roller
Figure 3 Separator on SQUIX 4MT
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27 Power switch
28 Power connection jack
29 Slot for SD card
30 2 USB master ports for keyboard,
scanner, USB memory stick, Bluetooth
adapter or service key
31 USB full-speed slave port
32 Ethernet 10/100 Base-T
33 Serial RS-232 port
34 I/O interface (Option)
35 USB master port for keyboard,
scanner, USB memory stick, Bluetooth
adapter or service key
Figure 4 Connections
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2 Installation
2.2 Unpacking and Setting-up the Printer
Lift the label printer out of the box.
Check label printer for damage which may have occurred during transport.
Set up printer on a level surface.
Remove foam transportation safeguards near the printhead.
Check delivery for completeness.
Contents of delivery:
• Label printer
• Power cable
• USB cable
• WLAN stick
• Operator's Manual
• DVD with label software, Windows driver and documentation
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Notice!
Please keep the original packaging in case the printer must be returned.
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Attention!
The device and printing materials will be damaged by moisture and wetness.
Set up label printers only in dry locations protected from splash water.
2.3 Installing the WLAN stick
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Figure 5 Installing the WLAN stick
Remove the cover (1) with the Allen key (2).
Connect the WLAN stick (4) to the USB interface (3) in the control panel.

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2 Installation
2.4 Connecting the Device
The standard available interfaces and connectors are shown in Figure 4.
2.4.1 Connecting to the Power Supply
The printer is equipped with a wide area power unit. The device can be operated with a supply voltage of
230 V~/50 Hz or 115 V~/60 Hz without adjustment.
1. Check that the device is switched off.
2. Plug the power cable into the power connection socket (28).
3. Plug the power cable into a grounded socket.
2.4.2 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 label printer are grounded.
Connect the label printer to a computer or network by a suitable cable.
FordetailsofthecongurationoftheindividualinterfacesCongurationManual.
2.5 Switching on the Device
When all connections have been made:
Switch the printer on at the power switch (27).
The printer performs a system test, and then shows the system status Ready in the display (10).

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3 Touchscreen Display
The user can control the operation of the printer 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conguration,languageand
time of day (CongurationManual),
• Control stand-alone operation with a memory module (CongurationManual),
• Updatethermware(CongurationManual).
Many functions and settings can also be controlled by software applications or by direct programming with a
computer using the printer’s own commands. Programming Manual for details.
Settings made on the touchscreen display make the basic settings of the label printer.
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It is advantageous, whenever possible, to make adaptations to various print jobs in the software.
3.1 Start Screen
After switching on During printing In pause state After print job
Figure 6 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
Table 1 Symbols on the start screen
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Inactive symbols are shaded.

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Withspecialsoftwareorhardwarecongurationsadditionalsymbolsappearonthestartscreen:
Printing on demand
without print job Printing on demand within print job Direct cut with CU, PCU or ST cutter installed
Figure 7 Optional symbols on the start screen
Release printing of a single label within a
print job including peeling-off, cutting... Release a direct cut without media feed
Table 2 Optional symbols on the start screen
Intheheadlineseveralinformationaredisplayedaswidgetsdependingontheconguration:
Figure 8 Widgets in the start screen
Displays the current data transfer in the form of a falling drop.
The Save data stream function is active Congurationmanual
Allreceiveddataarestoredina.lblle.
Warning ribbon end Congurationmanual
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
Clock time
Table 3 Widgets in the start screen
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3.2 Navigation in the Menu
Start level Selection level Parameter/function level
Figure 9 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 10 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 4 Buttons for parameter setting
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4 Loading Material
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Notice!
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 Media from Roll
4.1.1 Positioning the Media Roll on the Roll Retainer
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Figure 11 Loading media from roll
1. Open cover (10).
2. Turn ring (2) at the margin stop (1) counterclockwise, so that the arrow points to the symbol , and thus release
the margin stop.
3. Remove the margin stop (1) from the roll retainer (4).
4. Load label roll (3) on the roll retainer in such a way that the labels can be inserted into the printhead in the right
position. The printing side of the labels must be visible from above.
SQUIX 4/4P
Re-mount the margin stop (1) onto the roll retainer (4). Push the margin stop (1) to the roll until the roll touches
the chassis and the roll retainer and a clear resistance is encountered.
SQUIX 4M/4MP/4MT
Re-mount the margin stop (1) onto the roll retainer (4). Push the margin stop (1) to the roll until the roll touches
both roll retainers and a clear resistance is encountered.
5. Turn ring (2) clockwise, so that the arrow (10) points to the symbol ,andthusxthemarginstop(1)ontheroll
retainer (4).
6. Supply longer label strips:
For Peel-Off or Rewind mode: approx. 60 cm
For Tear-Off mode: approx. 40 cm

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4.1.2 Inserting the Media Strip into the Printhead
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Figure 12 Inserting the media strip into the printhead
1. Turn lever (2) counterclockwise to lift the printhead.
2. SQUIX 4MT: Pull the detent pin (8). The pressing roller system (10) will swing upwards.
3. Adjust the guide(s) (6) with the knob (7) in such a way that
SQUIX 4/4P
the media can pass between the guide and the chassis.
SQUIX 4M/4MP/4MT
the media can pass between the two guides.
4. Guide label strip over the internal rewinder to the print unit.
5. Guide label strip through the label sensor (5) in such a way that it exits the print unit between the printhead and
the print roller.
6. SQUIX 4MT: Guide label strip further between pressing roller system (10) and pinch roller (8) of the separator,
pull the detent pin, push the pressing roller system (10) downwards and lock it with the detent pin.
7. Move guide(s) (6) against the edge(s) of the material by turning the knob (7).
4.1.3 Setting the Label Sensor
Thelabelsensorcanbeshiftedperpendiculartothedirectionofpaperowforadaptationtothemedia.Thesensor
unit (1) of the label sensor is visible from the front through the print unit and is marked with an indentation in the label
sensor retainer. When the printer is switched on, a yellow LED illuminates the sensor position.
Loosen screw (4).
Positionlabelsensorwithtab(5)insuchawaythatthesensor(1)candetectthelabelgaporareexorperfo-
ration mark.
- or, if the labels deviate from a rectangular shape, -
Alignlabelsensorusingthetab(5)withthefrontedgeofthelabelinthedirectionofpaperow.
Tighten screw (4).
For use in tear-off mode only:
Turn lever (2) clockwise to lock the printhead.
The label roll is loaded for use in tear-off mode.
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4.1.4 Winding up the Media Strip in Rewind Mode
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Figure 13 Guiding the media strip in rewind mode
In rewind mode, the labels are wound up internally after printing for later use.
1. Install rewind guide plate (4.4 on page 20).
2. Lift the pinch roller (3) off the rewind assist roller.
3. Guide label strip around the rewind guide plate (2) to the internal rewinder (6).
4. Holdrewinder(6)rmlyandturnknob(5)clockwiseuntilitstops.
5. Push label strip under a bracket (4) of the rewinder and turn knob (5) counterclockwise until it stops.
Therewinderisfullyspread,thusgrippingthelabelstriprmly.
6. Turn rewinder (6) counterclockwise to tighten the label strip.
7. Turn lever (1) clockwise to lock the printhead.
The label roll is loaded for use in rewind mode.

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4 Loading Material
4.1.5 Removing the Wound Roll
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Figure 14 Removing the wound roll
1. Turn lever (1) counterclockwise to lift the printhead.
2. Cut label strip and wind it fully around the rewinder (3).
3. Holdrewinder(3)rmlyandturnknob(2)clockwise.
The rewinder spindle relaxes and the wound roll (4) is released.
4. Remove wound (4) roll from rewinder (3).

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4.1.6 Winding up the Liner in Peel-Off mode
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Figure 15 Guidance of the material in peel-off mode
In Peel-Off mode, the labels are removed after printing, and only the liner is wound up internally.
1. Lift the pinch roller (4) off the rewind assist roller (3).
2. Removelabelsfromtherst100mmoftheliner.
3. Guide liner to the rewinder (7) around the dispense plate (2) and the rewind assist roller (3).
4. Holdrewinder(7)rmlyandturnknob(6)clockwiseuntilitstops.
5. Push liner under a bracket (5) of the rewinder (7) and align the outer edge of the strip to the media roll (8).
6. Turn knob (6) counterclockwise until it stops.
Therewinderisfullyspread,thusgrippingthelinerrmly.
7. Turn rewinder (7) counterclockwise to tighten the liner.
8. Position the pinch roller (4) centrally to the liner.
9. Swing the pinch roller (4) against the rewind assist roller (3).
10.Turn lever (1) clockwise to lock the printhead.
The label roll is loaded for use in peel-off mode.
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4.2 Loading Fanfold Media
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Figure 16 Feed path of fanfold media
1. Turn ring (2) counterclockwise, so that the arrow points to the symbol , and thus release the margin stop (1).
2. Move the margin stop(s) (1) in such a position that
SQUIX 4/4P
the media can pass between the margin stop and the chassis.
SQUIX 4M/4MP/4MT
the media can pass between the two margin stops.
3. Position media stack (4) behind the printer. Ensure that labels on the strip are visible from above.
4. Guide the media strip over the roll retainer (3) to the print unit.
5. Move the margin stop (1) against the media strip until chassis (5) and margin stop (1) or both margin stops touch
the media strip without clamping or bending it.
6. Turn ring (2) clockwise, so that the arrow points to the symbol ,andthusxthemarginstop(1)ontheroll
retainer (3).
7. Insert media strip into printhead (4.1.2 on page 14).
8. Set the label sensor (4.1.3 on page 14).
9. Set the head locking system (4.3 on page 19).
10.Turn lever (6) clockwise to lock the printhead.
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4.3 Setting the Head Locking System
SQUIX 4/4P
The printhead is pushed on via two plungers. The location of the outer plunger must be set to the width of the label
medium used so as to
• achieve even print quality across the entire label width
• prevent wrinkles in the feed path of the transfer ribbon
• prevent premature wearing of the print roller and printhead.
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Figure 17 Setting the head locking system SQUIX 4/4P
Loosen threaded pin (3) at outer plunger (1) with Allen key.
Turn lever (2) clockwise to lock the printhead.
Position outer plunger (1) over the outer media edge.
Tighten threaded pin (3).
SQUIX 4M/4MP/4MT
The printhead is pushed on via two plungers (1). In the basic setting the plungers are set in the middle of the
printhead retainer. This setting can be used for the most applications.
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Figure 18 Setting the head locking system SQUIX 4M/4MP/4MT
If the print density decreases in the outer areas when using very large media, the plungers can be displaced :
Loosen threaded pins (3) at the plungers (1) with Allen key.
Turn lever (2) clockwise to lock the printhead.
Displace plungers to the scale value 70.
Tighten the threaded pins (3).
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4.4 Removing and Installing the Rewind Guide Plate, Dispense Plate or Tear-off Plate
To convert the printer for use in another operating mode, a rewind guide plate (2a), a dispense plate (2b)
or a tear-off plate (2c) may need to be installed.
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Figure 19 Removing and installing the rewind guide plate, dispense plate or tear-off plate
Removing a plate
Loosen screw (3) several turns.
Slide plate (2) upwards and remove it.
Installing a plate
Place plate (2) onto the screw (3) and slide it downwards behind the pins (1).
Tighten screw (3).
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