Brother International PT-65 Users Manual - English - Page 2

When inserting new batteries, always insert them positive end first. When removing old batteries, always remove them negative end first. Always replace all six batteries at the same time with brand new ones. 4) Attach the back cover by inserting the two hooks on the bottom end of the back cover into the slots on the bottom end of the machine, then pushing down firmly on the cover until it snaps into place. Changing the tape cassette 1) Remove the back cover by pressing in on the rough area at the top end of the machine and pulling off the back cover. 2) If a tape cassette is already installed, pull it straight out and remove the paper tab from the new tape cassette. Make sure that the end of the tape in the new cassette feeds under the tape guides. The tape that is provided with the P-touch Home&Hobby is a 13.3' long (4m) starter tape. Tapes available for purchase are 26.2' (8m) long. Tape guides 3) Grasp the tab on the new cutter unit and insert it as shown below. Tab Cutter unit Tape exit slot CAUTION • When changing the cutter unit, be sure not to touch the cutter blade. • Keep the cutter unit in a safe place that is out of the reach of small children. Cleaning the print head If dust accumulates on the print head, blank horizontal lines may appear through the printed label. If this happens, clean the print head as follows: 1) Turn off the P-Touch. 2) Remove the back cover and the tape cassette. 3) Use a dry cotton swab to gently wipe the print head and rubber pinch roller with an up-and-down motion. Thermal print head Rubber pinch roller 3) Insert the tape cassette, making sure that it clicks into place. Check that the cassette fits properly around the two metal guides in the cassette compartment. Metal guides Tape cutter button 4) Attach the back cover by inserting the two hooks on the bottom end of the back cover into the slots on the bottom end of the machine, then pushing down firmly on the cover until it snaps into place. 5) Feed the tape by holding down and pressing , then cut the tape by pressing in on the tape cutter button. The amount of tape remaining is visible through the window in the back of the P-Touch. When the usable tape is finished, green ribbon appears. Changing the cutter unit When the cutter becomes blunt and ceases to cut the tape cleanly, replace it. 1) Remove the back cover and the tape cassette. 2) Grasp the tab on the top of the cutter unit and pull out the cutter, taking care not to touch the blade. 4) Re-insert the tape cassette, attach the back cover, turn on the machine, hold down and press to feed the tape, and then try printing. 5) If blank lines remain in the printed label, repeat steps 1 through 4, this time using a cotton swab dipped in isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol. Accessories The following accessories are available: Tape cassettes 1/2" (12 mm) $9.99 (SRP) Black on silver Black on gold Black on blue Black on green Black on pink M-931 M-831 M-531 M-731 M-E31 Black on white M-231 Replacement cutter unit TC7 $9.95 (SRP) Carrying case 6991 $17.99 3/8" (9 mm) $8.99 (SRP) M-921 M-821 M-521 M-721 M-E21 Most retailers and distributors carry a full line of tape cassettes. If you wish to order accessories for your P-Touch direct from Brother, please refer to the "Accessory Order Form" included separately, or visit our web site "http://www.brothermall.com".