Epson LX-300+II RTP User manual

User’s Guide
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Copyrights and Trademarks
Copyrights
No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a
retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means,
electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise,
without the prior written permission of Seiko Epson Corporation.
The information contained herein is designed only for use with
this Epson printer. Epson is not responsible for any use of this
information as applied to other printers.
Neither Seiko Epson Corporation nor its affiliates shall be liable
to the purchaser of this product or third parties for damages,
losses, costs, or expenses incurred by the purchaser or third
parties as a result of: accident, misuse, or abuse of this product or
unauthorized modifications, repairs, or alterations to this
product, or (excluding the U.S.) failure to strictly comply with
Seiko Epson Corporation’s operating and maintenance
instructions.
Seiko Epson Corporation shall not be liable for any damages or
problems arising from the use of any options or any consumable
products other than those designated as Original Epson Products
or Epson Approved Products by Seiko Epson Corporation.
Trademarks
EPSON®and EPSON ESC/P®are registered trademarks of Seiko
Epson Corporation.
Microsoft®, Windows®, and Windows NT®are registered
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

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IBM®is a registered trademark of International Business
Machines Corporation.
General Notice: Other product names used herein are for identification
purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners. Epson
disclaims any and all rights in those marks.
Copyright © 2007 Seiko Epson Corporation. All rights reserved.

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Safety Instructions
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
wWarnings
must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.
cCautions
must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.
Notes
contain important information and useful tips on the operation of your
printer.
Hot Parts Caution Symbol
KThis symbol is placed on the print head and other parts to
indicate that they may be hot. Never touch those parts just after
the printer has been used. Let them cool for a few minutes before
touching them.
Important Safety Instructions
Read all of these safety instructions before using the printer. In
addition, follow all warnings and instructions marked on the
printer itself.
When setting up the printer
❏Do not place the printer on an unstable surface or near a
radiator or heat source.
❏Place the printer on a flat, stable surface. The printer will not
operate properly if it is tilted or placed at an angle.

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❏Do not place this product on a soft, unstable surface like a bed
or a sofa, or a small, enclosed area, as this restricts ventilation.
❏Do not block or cover the slots and openings in the printer’s
cabinet, and do not insert objects through the slots.
❏Use only the type of power source indicated on the printer’s
label. If you are not sure of the power supply specifications in
your area, contact your local power company or consult your
dealer.
❏Connect all equipment to properly grounded electrical
outlets. Avoid using outlets on the same circuit as
photocopiers or air control systems that regularly switch on
and off.
❏Do not use a damaged or frayed power cord.
❏The power cord should be placed to avoid abrasions, cuts,
fraying, crimping, kinking, and other damage.
❏If you use an extension cord with the printer, make sure the
total ampere rating of all devices plugged into the extension
cord does not exceed the cord’s ampere rating. Also, make
sure the total ampere of all devices plugged into the electrical
outlet does not exceed the electrical outlet’s ampere rating.
❏Use only the power cord that comes with this product. Use of
another cord may result in fire or electric shock.
❏This product’s power cord is for use with this product only.
Use with other equipment may result in fire or electric shock.
When maintaining the printer
❏Unplug the printer before cleaning it, and always clean it with
a piece of damp cloth only.
❏Do not spill liquid onto the printer.

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❏Except as specifically explained in this guide, do not attempt
to service the printer yourself.
❏Unplug the printer and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel under the following conditions:
i. If the power cord or plug is damaged.
ii. If liquid has entered the printer.
iii. If the printer has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.
iv. If the printer does not operate normally or exhibits a
distinct change in performance.
❏Do not use aerosol blowers which contain flammable gas
inside or around this product. Doing so may cause fire.
❏Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions.
❏If you plan to use the printer in Germany, observe the
following:
To provide adequate short-circuit protection and
over-current protection for this printer, the building
installation must be protected by a 16-amp circuit breaker.
Bei Anschluss des Druckers an die Stromversorgung muss
sichergestellt werden, dass die Gebaudeinstallation mit einer
16 A-Sicherung abgesichert ist.
When Handling the paper
❏Because labels are sensitive to temperature and humidity, use
them only under normal operating conditions described
below:
Temperature: 15 to 25°C (59 to 77°F)

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Humidity: 30 to 60% RH
❏Do not leave labels loaded in the printer between jobs; they
may curl around the platen and jam when you resume
printing.
❏Do not load paper that is curled or has been folded.
When operating the printer
❏Adjust only those controls that are covered in the user
documentation. Improper adjustment of other controls may
result in damage requiring extensive repair by a qualified
technician.
❏Whenever you turn off the printer, wait at least five seconds
before turning it back on; otherwise, you may damage the
printer.
❏Do not turn off the printer while it is printing the self test.
Always press the Pause button to stop printing and then turn
off the printer.
❏Do not reconnect the power cord to an electrical outlet that
has the wrong voltage for your printer.
❏Never replace the print head yourself; you may damage the
printer. Also, other parts of the printer must be checked when
the print head is replaced.
❏You need to move the print head by hand to replace the ribbon
cartridge. If you have just used the printer, the print head may
be hot; let it cool for a few minutes before touching it.

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For United Kingdom users
Use of options
Epson (UK) Limited shall not be liable against any damages or
problems arising from the use of any options or consumable
products other than those designated as Original Epson Products
or Epson Approved Products by Epson (UK) Limited.
Safety information
wWarning:
This appliance must be earthed. Refer to the rating plate for
voltage and check that the appliance voltage corresponds to the
supply voltage.
Important:
The wires in the mains lead fitted to this appliance are coloured in
accordance to the following code:
Green and yellow — Earth
Blue — Neutral
Brown — Live
If you have to fit a plug:
As the colours of the mains lead of this appliance may not match
coloured markings used to identify the terminals in a plug, please
proceed as follows:
The green and yellow wire must be connected to the terminal in
the plug which is marked with the letter Eor the Earth symbol
(G).
The blue wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug
marked with the letter N.

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The brown wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug
marked with the letter L.
If damage occurs to the plug, replace the cord set or consult a
qualified electrician.
Replace fuses only with a fuse of the correct size and rating.
For United Kingdom, Singapore, and Hong Kong
users
Replace fuses only with fuses of the correct size and rating.
Safety requirements
Mains plug:
Use a 3-pin mains plug that is registered with the Safety
Authority.
Flexible cord:
Use a double insulated flexible cord that is certified* to the
relevant IEC or BS standards.
Appliance connector:
Use an appliance connector certified* to the relevant IEC or BS
Standards.
* certified by member of IECEE CB Scheme.