Unit 6: Maintenance
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ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES
This unit covers all of the printer and printer accessory adjustments. These adjustments include
mechanical adjustments required following the replacement of components and assemblies, in
addition to, the operational adjustments required following a job change.
PRINT HEAD ALIGNMENT
Print head position has a direct impact on print quality. The print head must be parallel with the
platen roller for the printed image to be consistent across the label.
To adjust the alignment, open the print head, turn the alignment dial, and print a test label.
Repeat that process until remedy is achieved.
Figure 6-3, Print Head Alignment
Alignment Dial