Epson LabelWorks LW-Z700FK User manual

Read this document carefully to use this product
safely and correctly. If your product is faulty, please
read the included warranty card and contact the
store you purchased it from. If you require further
assistance, contact your local Epson customer
support center.
Please also visit the support page of your local
Epson website. You can download the latest version
of this User’s Guide from the website.
International ENERGY STAR® Compliance
Statement
The purpose of the International ENERGY STAR®
Program is to promote the development and
popularization of energy-ecient oce equipment.
As an ENERGY STAR® Partner; Seiko Epson
Corporation has determined that this product meets
the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy eciency.
The included items dier depending on the type of printer package you purchased. Use the following table to check the items.
No. Included item name
Package name
LW-Z700 FK
1LW-Z700
2AC adapter
3Li-ion battery (C52CE97010)
4USB cable
5LK tape cartridge
6Magnetic attachment
7Documents
User’s Guide
Notation used in this manual
DANGER
Handling the product improperly by ignoring this
symbol can result in immediate danger of death
or serious injury.
WARNING Handling the product improperly by ignoring this
symbol can lead to death or serious injury.
CAUTION Handling the product improperly by ignoring this
symbol can lead to injury and property damage.
Attention Important information.
MEMO Supplementary note
, , , Reference page in this manual.
Example of label artwork.
, , Buttons on the product.
"Name" Menus and messages shown on the display, and
manual names are enclosed in double quotes.
©Seiko Epson Corporation 2016-2017. All rights reserved.
Printed in China
Body
Dimensions Approx. 136 (W) x 298 (D) x 90 (H) (mm)
Weight
Approx. 1,110 g (excluding batteries, tape cartridge)
Usage conditions
Operating temperature 5 to 35 degrees C
Storage temperature -10 to 55 degrees C
Supported tape width
4 mm, 6 mm, 9 mm, 12 mm, 18 mm, 24 mm
Power supply
Battery
Li-ion battery x 1 / AA alkaline battery x 6
AC adapter
Type AST1116Z2-1
Manufacturer Seiko Epson Corp.
Input AC100-240V, 0.4A, 50-60Hz
(dedicated adapter, power cable only)
Output DC11V, 1.64A
Total output power 18 W
Safety Instructions
For your safety, read the attached documents carefully to use this product
correctly. After you have read all instructions, keep this manual handy for
future reference and to make your concerns clear.
Items below indicate safety precautions to protect users, their surroundings
and their property from possible injury or damage.
Meaning of the symbols
This indicates an important reminder.
This indicates a prohibited item.
This indicates a mandatory procedure.
DANGER
When handling batteries
If any liquid from the battery gets into your eyes, promptly wash it
out with clean water for more than 10 minutes and consult your
doctor at once. If you do not, the liquid may cause loss of eyesight.
Never disassemble or modify the battery pack. This may cause re,
explosion, leakage, overheating or damage.
Do not expose the battery to re or heat it. This may cause re,
explosion, leakage, overheating or damage.
WARNING
When using the AC adapter and power cable
The cords included with this product contain chemicals, including
lead, known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. (This notice is
provided in accordance with Proposition 65 in Cal. Health & Safety
Code §25249.5 and following.)
Do not use any AC adapter or power cable other than the dedicated
AC adapter and power cable. Do not use the AC adapter with other
than the specied voltage also. Otherwise, damage, overheating, re
or electric shock may occur.
Take the following precautions when handling the AC adapter and
power cable.
• Make sure to avoid using multi-socket adapters.
• Make sure the plug is not dusty before inserting it into an outlet.
• Insert the plug rmly into the outlet.
• Do not hold the AC adapter or the plug with wet hands.
• Do not pull the power cable when disconnecting the plug. Be sure
to hold the plug when disconnecting it.
• Do not make any modication to the AC adapter or power cable.
• Do not apply strong shocks to or put a heavy object on the AC
adapter or power cable.
• Do not bend or twist the AC adapter or power cable forcibly.
• Do not place the AC adapter or power cable near a heater.
Do not use any damaged AC adapter or power cable. Otherwise,
damage, overheating or smoking may occur, which may result in re
or electric shock.
Do not touch the plug during thunderstorms.
When handling batteries
Keep the battery pack away from re or ame if it produces a strange
odor or leakage. Otherwise re or explosion may occur.
Should any battery liquid get on skin or clothing, promptly wash it
o with clean water. If you do not, the liquid may damage your skin.
Do not expose the battery to water. Do not allow water to contact
the terminals. This may cause re, overheating, or electric shock.
Keep batteries out of reach of children. They are extremely
dangerous if swallowed. Contact a doctor immediately if swallowed.
When using this product
Do not apply any strong force or shocks to the product such as
standing on, dropping or hitting it. Otherwise, the product may be
broken, which may result in re or electric shock. If it is damaged,
turn o the power immediately, unplug the AC adapter and remove
the batteries, and then contact the Epson customer support center.
Continuous use may result in re or electric shock.
Take care not to spill any beverage such as tea, coee or juice onto
the product, or to spray aerosol insecticide. It may cause malfunction,
re, or electric shock. If any liquid has been spilled on the product,
turn o the power, unplug the AC adapter and remove the batteries
immediately, and then contact the Epson customer support center.
Continuous use may result in re or electric shock.
Do not touch the printhead because it becomes very hot. Otherwise,
there is a risk of burns.
Do not open any covers other than the top cover or battery cover.
Doing so may result in re or electric shock. Always use the product
as instructed in this manual. Otherwise, damage or injury may occur.
Never modify or disassemble this product. Doing so may cause re
or electric shock. Do not carry out any operations not described in
this manual, or the product may break or cause injury.
If any of the following abnormalities is observed, turn o the power
immediately, unplug the AC adapter and remove the batteries, and
then contact the Epson customer support center.
• If smoke, strange odors or unexpected noises come from the
product
• If liquid or foreign objects get inside the product
• If the product has been dropped or damaged
Do not touch the tape eject slot, during printing or when the auto
cutter is in operation. Otherwise there is a risk of injury.
Others
Do not use or store the product, batteries, AC adapter, power cable,
or tape cartridges in the following places.
• In direct sunlight.
• Where it may become extremely hot such as in a vehicle with the windows
closed.
• Where it may become extremely hot such as near a heater or the
temperature becomes very unstable such as near the exhaust duct of
an air conditioner.
• Where the product may get wet due to a shower or rain such as in a
bathroom or outdoors.
• In a dusty place or where the product may be exposed to smoke or
steam such as near the kitchen or a humidier.
• On an unstable place such as on a shaky table or on an inclined
place.
• Where it might be subjected to vibration or shock.
• Near high-voltage power lines or something that generates a
magnetic eld.
Keep the plastic bags used to contain the product or this manual out
of reach of children. Children may suocate if they swallow them or
put their heads into the bags.
CAUTION
When handling batteries
If liquid leaks from a battery, wipe it o with a cloth and replace it
with a new one. If the liquid comes in contact with your skin, wash it
away with water immediately.
If the batteries are used incorrectly, they may cause leakage,
overheating, explosion, erosion, or damage to the product, which may
result in re or injury.
• Do not use new ones and old batteries together, or mix dierent types of
batteries.
• Use AA alkaline batteries.
• Use batteries in the correct directions.
• Take the batteries out immediately when they have no power
remaining.
• Take the batteries out if you do not use the product for a long time.
• Do not heat batteries or throw them in re or water.
• Do not pinch the batteries with metal tweezers or use any pointed
sharp metal object such as the tip of a mechanical pen or ball-point
pen when taking the batteries out.
When disposing of used batteries, make sure to follow the
regulations.
When using the AC adapter
Do not unplug the AC adapter while the product is in operation,
otherwise printing may not be successful.
Do not use the AC adapter in a small, conned space, or cover it with
a cloth. Otherwise, the AC adapter may overheat and deteriorate.
When using this product
Do not stand or put anything heavy on the product or place it on an
unstable place such as on a shaky table or on an incline. Otherwise,
the product may fall and cause injury.
To ensure safety, unplug this product before leaving it unused.
Before cleaning, make sure to unplug the AC adapter from the outlet,
and remove the batteries.
Do not use a moistened cloth or solvents such as alcohol, thinner or
benzine.
Do not block or insert objects into the supplied AC adapter socket or
the tape eject slot.
 When handling tape cartridges
• Make sure to use a dedicated LK Tape.
• Some types of tape cannot be cut by the cutter. For the latest
information on the Auto cut and/ or Half cut disabled tape types, see the
box of tapes or visit your local Epson website.
• Do not drop it or disassemble it. Doing so may cause damage.
• Do not pull out the tape forcibly by hand. But make sure to feed the tape
with . Otherwise, the tape cartridge may be broken and unusable.
• Avoid using a tape cartridge without remaining tape. Doing so may
cause overheating of the printhead, which may result in damage or
malfunction.
MEMO
Tape cartridges contain ink ribbons in them. When disposing of tape
cartridges, make sure to follow the local regulations for disposal.
 Other cautions
Notes on usage
• Do not touch the thermal head. Static electricity may damage the
thermal head.
• Do not plug in and unplug the AC adapter while printing. Power may be
cut o.
• The Li-ion battery cannot be charged while printing.
• Operate the keyboard gently.
• Take care not to cut your ngers when cutting the label with scissors.
• Do not attach a label on human bodies, living things, public facilities or
other people’s belongings.
• Be sure to turn the power o after use.
• Powering o message is displayed while turning o the product. Do not
remove the AC adapter until the message disappears.
• Be sure to replace batteries with the power turned o. If you replace the
batteries while the product is powered, les or data stored on it may be
deleted.
 Recycling the Battery
Contains a lithium-ion battery. Must be recycled or disposed of properly.
MEMO
Do not disassemble the battery pack.
 Messages
This section explains the remedies when the following messages
appear on the display.
Check battery
Charge Li-ion!
The battery runs out of power. Connect the AC
adapter to the printer and charge the battery.
For details, "Charging the Li-ion battery"
Check battery
Change alkaline
The batteries run out. Turn o the power and
replace all batteries with new ones.
Cover open! Top cover is open. Close the top cover.
Insert tape Check if the tape cartridge is loaded or correctly
set.
For details, "Installing a tape cartridge"
Check tape
cartridge
The loaded tape is not supported. Insert a correct
cartridge.
No more
sequence No.!
Only up to 2 sequence numbers can be inserted.
No more barcode! Only up to 2 barcodes can be inserted.
QR CODE too big! Perform either of the following:
Use a wider tape. Reduce the text or cell size.
Lower "ECC Level".
Overheated! The printhead is overheated. Turn o the power
and remove the tape cartridge, then leave the
printer until it cools down.
Trash at slot
Remove trash
Tape remains in the tape eject slot. Remove the
tape.
Remove cut tape Unable to start printing because cut tape remains
in the tape eject slot. Remove the tape from the
tape eject slot.
 Problem
Unable to charge Li-ion battery
Is the Li-ion battery correctly installed?
Check that the Li-ion battery is correctly installed.
Is the AC adapter securely connected?
Connect the AC adapter and the power cable rmly to the power
socket of the printer, the AC adapter connector and the outlet.
Unable to detect the tape correctly
Is the tape cartridge correctly installed?
Check that the tape cartridge is correctly installed.
Is the label for detecting the tape cartridge clean?
If not, wipe the dirt o with a soft cloth.
Is the detection sensor of the printer clean?
If not, wipe the dirt o with a soft cloth.
MEMO
If none of the above has solved the problem or the symptom is
other than the above, contact the Epson customer support center.
Tape colors and ribbon colors shown on the display
Display Color Display Color
WHT White GRY Gray
YEL Yellow BLK Black
RED Red PNK Pink
BLE Blue SLV Silver
CLR Clear/Transparent GLD Gold
GRN Green BRW Brown
ORN Orange OTH Colors other than
mentioned here.
VIO Violet/Purple
MEMO
Depending on tape type used, the tape color or ribbon color is not
displayed.
Troubleshooting
Included Items
Specications
Li-ion battery specications
Ambient temperature
During operation 0 to 40 degrees C
Charge 0 to 40 degrees C
During storage Less than 1 month -20 to 50 degrees C
Less than 3 month -20 to 40 degrees C
Less than 1 year -20 to 20 degrees C
Charging information
Nominal
specications Charging current (Std.) 1.0 A
Charging voltage (Std.) 8.05 V
Charging time Approx. 3 hours
Charge limits Battery pack model C52CE97010
Maximum charge
current, A 1.0 A
Maximum charge
voltage, V 8.4 V
Rated time when using alkaline batteries
Rated operating time / Rated resting time 0.5h / 1.0h
MEMO
You can download “Label Editor” (PC application for editing
labels), printer drivers, "Label Editor User's Guide" and
LW-Z700 User’s Guide (PDF version) from your local Epson
website.
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 Display
The display shows the current settings and characters
you have entered.
You can change the language shown on the setting
screen and menu.
"Language" of "Changing the Printer Settings"
2. Installing a tape cartridge
CAUTION
• Make sure that the power is turned o.
• You cannot use tape other than LK-tape.
• Make sure the top cover is closed rmly.
• If you opened the top cover while a tape cartridge is
installed, check that the tape end is put into the tape
eject slot before beginning operation.
• Take care to keep the label for detecting the tape
cartridge and the sensor of the printer clean.
Otherwise, tape may no longer be detected correctly.
• Do not touch the sensor directly with your ngers.
Label for detection
Sensor
6. Attaching label
7. Turning the Power O
1. Press .
The characters you have entered in
the current session are stored even
after the printer is turned o. They are
displayed when it is turned on again.
2. Open the battery cover and then
remove the Li-ion battery.
If the AC adapter is connected,
disconnect the AC adapter from
the printer.
1. Peel o the backing paper. 2. Attach the label and
rub it rmly.
CAUTION
Turn o the printer and remove the batteries before cleaning.
If the AC adapter is connected, disconnect the AC adapter cable from
the printer.
Exterior
Wipe the dirt o with a soft cloth.
If it is very dirty, use a cloth damp.
CAUTION
Never use chemicals or solvents such as benzine, thinner, or alcohol, or
use a chemical duster.
Printhead
Clean the printhead with a cotton swab.
Initialize the settings if the printer does not operate normally such
as the display is interrupted.
Attention
This function initializes the settings. Take extreme care before initializing
it. All the created text will be lost and the settings you made will be reset.
1. If the power is on, press to turn it o.
2. Press and hold + , and press .
3. When a message appears, press .
The settings will be initialized.
MEMO
To cancel initialization, press a key other than .
1. Installing the Li-ion battery
Before using the printer for the rst time, charge
the Li-ion battery (C52CE97010). Read also the
safety precautions for the rechargeable battery
described previously in this manual.
For details on the handling of Li-ion battery, see
"C52CE97010 Lithium-ion Battery Pack User's
Manual".
1. Feeds and then cuts the tape.
2. Tape eject slot
3. Prints a label. Hold down and press this to print with a
special print function.
4.
Creates a general label, or escapes from special label mode.
5. Character keys
6. Shift
7. Enters a character with an accent.
8. Changes the input method of the character keys. Hold
down and press this for caps lock.
9. Creates a label with a sequence number. Hold down
and press this to create with block sequence numbers.
10. Creates a barcode label.
11. Enters a symbol.
12. Cursor keys
13. Conrms the settings.
14. Adds a block.
15. Sets the margins.
16. Sets the tape length. Hold down and press this to
change the text orientation.
17. Sets the format and style.
18. Changes the font size. Hold down and press this to
change the font type.
19. Space
20. Creates a special label.
21. Delete. Hold down and press this to clear all text and/
or setting.
22. Turns the printer on and o.
23. Previews the created label. Hold down and press this to
display preference.
24. Saves and recalls the label.
25. Display
1. Form name
2. Set tape width and length
The unit can be switched between inch and cm.
"inch:cm" of "Changing the Printer Settings"
3. Symbol input mode
4. Caps Lock ON
5. Block number
6. Row number
7. Cursor
8. Color of text to be printed
9. Set tape color
10. Remaining battery level
11. Font size
12. Label cut method
13. Set tape type
Start Here
Cleaning
Initializing the Settings
Part Names and Functions
3. Turning the power on
1. Press .
Auto power-o
If there is no key operation within ve minutes, the printer
automatically turns o. (The characters you have entered in
the current session are stored.) Furthermore, if there is no key
operation within an hour while connected to a computer,
the printer automatically turns o.
Feeding the tape
CAUTION
Be sure to feed the tape every time after you install a
tape cartridge.
1. Press .
2. Select a function with / and then
press .
Tape feed
Feeds the tape.
Feed and cut
Feeds the tape and then cuts the tape.
5. Printing label
1. Press .
Setting the label auto cut to O
"Auto cut" of "Changing the Printer Settings"
Printing with special print functions
"Utilizing Print Functions"
Checking the print image
1. Press .
The print image scrolls on the entire screen.
When the preview ends, the editing screen reappears.
CAUTION
• Do not insert your ngers into the tape eject slot.
• Do not pull the tape until the printing is completed.
Attention
• "Insert tape" will appear on the display if the tape
cartridge is not loaded or not correctly set.
• Length of the label shown on the display is a guide
and may not match the length of the printed label
exactly.
• Label over 16m in length cannot be printed.
MEMO
• To cancel the printing, press .
• Depending on your margin setting or the label type,
tape may be fed and cut before printing.
CAUTION
Depending on the environment where you use labels
and the nature of the adhered surface, the labels may
be peeled or discoloured, and the adhesive may
remain on or damage the adhered surface. Be sure to
check the environment and the nature of the adhered
surface before use. Epson takes no responsibility for
any damage or loss due to the above mentioned
causes.
CAUTION
• "Powering o." is displayed while turning o this
printer. Do not remove the Li-ion battery or
disconnect the AC adapter until this message
disappears.
• When you don't use the printer for a long period
of time, remove the batteries (Li-ion battery or
alkaline batteries), disconnect the AC adapter, and
remove the tape cartridge from the printer.
Connecting the AC adapter
Connect the AC adapter as shown below.
Using Label Editor
Label Editor is an application software for editing label.
When this software is installed on your computer, you
can transfer the created cable label data to the printer.
For how to install and operate the software, see
"Label Editor User's Guide".
1. Connect the USB cable to the printer.
2. Connect the other connector of the USB cable to
the computer.
MEMO
For how to transfer cable label data, see LW-Z700 User's
Guide (PDF version) which can be downloaded from your
local Epson website.
Charging the Li-ion battery
You can charge the dedicated Li-ion battery (C52CE97010) with
the printer.
To charge the battery, connect the AC adapter to the printer
with the Li-ion battery installed.
Charging error
Charging completed
Charging
Charge LED
MEMO
• The Li-ion battery cannot be charged while printing.
• When the power of the charged Li-ion battery seems to run out
quickly, replace it with new ones.
• There is likely to be a charging error or battery error in the
following cases. Contact Epson customer support center.
- The charge LED ashes during charging.
- New Li-ion battery takes signicantly longer to charge than the
estimated charging time (less than 3 hours).
Using alkaline batteries
You can use alkaline batteries
instead of Li-ion battery. When
using alkaline batteries, install
them in the correct orientation.
CAUTION
When you have printed continuously for 30 minutes using alkaline
batteries, leave the printer for at least one hour to allow the batteries
to cool down.
WARNING
Be sure to use the dedicated Li-ion battery (C52CE97010) . Using a battery
other than the one specied may cause re, explosion, leakage, overheating
or other damage.
CAUTION
When disposing of used batteries, make sure to follow the regulations.
1. Open the battery cover. 2. Install the Li-ion battery in the
correct orientation.
3. Close the battery cover.
1. Rewind the ink ribbon.
Use a pen
or a pencil.
2. Open the top cover.
Top cover
3. Install a tape cartridge.
Put the tape end
into the tape eject
slot.
4. Close the top cover.
4. Entering text
1. Press + .
2. Press .
3. Press .
A list of characters appears.
4. Select a character with / and
press .
"â" is entered.
5. Press keys: , ,
"Câble" appears on the screen.
6. Press + .
"#" is entered.
7. Press keys: , ,
Save the created label: "Saving Frequently Used Labels"
Change the font: "Changing the Font"
Change the font size: "Changing the Font Size"
Deleting text
1. Press .
A character is deleted backward.
Deleting all text
1. Press + .
2. Select a function with / and
then press .
Text Only
Deletes all text.
Text & Setting
Deletes all text and restores the font size and
other settings to the initial settings.
All Format
Deletes all text and displays the General editing
screen. Depending on the label type you create,
"All Format" may not be displayed.
 Symbol Description
On/Stand-by Hot surface
Direct current Polarity of D.C. power
connector