Brother International andtrade; QL-500 Users Manual - English - Page 68

Changing Cutter Unit

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APPENDIX Changing Cutter Unit Repeated use of the cutter unit will eventually reduce the sharpness of the blade. When this occurs, purchase a replacement cutter and then follow this procedure to replace the cutter. Refer to Accessories on page 67 for details on purchasing a replacement cutter. 1 Turn off the QL-500/550 and unplug the power code from the electrical outlet. 2 Open the DK Roll compartment cover, lift up the label lever, and remove the DK Roll from the compartment. 3 Using a screw driver, loosen the screw securing the cutter unit. The screw securing the cutter unit cannot be completely removed. Simply loosen it to remove the cutter unit from the QL-500/550. 4 Grip the tab and lift out the cutter unit. Be very careful not to touch the sharp edge of the cutter. 5 Press the new cutter unit in the machine with the two holes aligned with the to posts in the machine. 6 Tighten the screw securing the cutter unit. 7 Install the DK Roll and close the DK Roll compartment cover. For details refer to "Installing the DK Roll" on page 13. 8 Plug the power cord back into the electrical outlet. 64 Maintenance

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APPENDIX
64
Maintenance
Changing Cutter Unit
Repeated use of the cutter unit will eventually reduce the sharpness of the blade.
When this occurs,
purchase a replacement cutter and then follow this procedure to replace the cutter. Refer to
Accessories on page 67 for details on purchasing a replacement cutter.
1
Turn off the QL-500/550 and unplug the power code from the electrical outlet.
2
Open the DK Roll compartment cover, lift up the label
lever, and remove the DK Roll from the compartment.
3
Using a screw driver, loosen the screw securing the
cutter unit.
4
Grip the tab and lift out the cutter unit.
5
Press the new cutter unit in the machine with the two holes aligned with the to posts in
the machine.
6
Tighten the screw securing the cutter unit.
7
Install the DK Roll and close the DK Roll compartment cover.
For details refer to “Installing the DK Roll” on page 13.
8
Plug the power cord back into the electrical outlet.
The screw securing the cutter unit cannot be completely
removed. Simply loosen it to remove the cutter unit from the
QL-500/550.
Be very careful not to touch the sharp edge of the cutter.