CG4 - Loading Media (Standard Labels & Fan-folded Labels)

Problem/Question

How to load standard labels. 

How to load fan-folded labels.

Applicable To

CG408DT/TT, CG412DT/TT

Resolution/Answer

Loading Roll media

1. With the power supply off, pull the cover open/close latches  on both sides of the printer toward you to unlock the top cover, and then open the top cover . Note: Make sure that the cover rests firmly so that it will not fall forward and injure your hands.
2. While holding the media guide slide lever, adjust the width of the media holder to match the media size.
3. Load the media onto the media holder.
4. After pulling out the media, pass the media through the media guides and place the leading edge of the media on top of the platen roller. Note: Make sure the printed side of the media is facing upwards
5. Close the top cover until it clicks into position. Notes: • Be careful not to get your fingers pinched while closing the top cover. • If the optional cutter or dispenser has been purchased, see Section 8.1 Optional Accessories-Cutter and Section 8.2 Optional Accessories -Dispenser on how to route the media.
6. After loading the media, turn on the power. The printer is online and the ON LINE (POWER) indicator lights green. When the printer is ready, press the FEED/LINE button to output the leading part of the media.

Caution
• When replacing media, bear in mind that the print head and its surrounding area remain hot.
Keep your fingers away from these areas to prevent injury.
• Avoid touching even the edge of the print head with your bare hands.

Loading Fan-folded media

1. With the power supply off, pull the cover open/close latches on both sides of the printer toward you to unlock the top cover, and then open the top cover . Note: Make sure that the cover rests firmly so that it will not fall forward and injure your hands.
2. Pass the fan-folded media through the opened window at the rear of the unit. Note: Make sure the printed side of the media is facing upwards.
3. While holding the media guide slide lever, adjust the width of the media holder to match the media size. After pulling out the media, pass the media through the media guides and place the leading edge of the media on top of the platen roller.
4. Close the top cover until it clicks into position. Notes: • Be careful not to get your fingers pinched while closing the top cover. • If the optional cutter or dispenser has been purchased, see Section 8.1 Optional Accessories-Cutter and Section 8.2 Optional Accessories -Dispenser on how to route the media.
5. After loading the media, turn on the power. The printer is online and the ON LINE (POWER) LED lights green. When the printer is ready, press the FEED/LINE button to output the leading part of the media.

Caution
• When replacing media, bear in mind that the print head and its surrounding area remain hot.
Keep your fingers away from these areas to prevent injury.
• Avoid touching even the edge of the print head with your bare hands.

Overview of the Roll media and Fan-folded media loading path:

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