Epson LabelWorks Iron-on Kit User Manual - Page 3

Contents

Welcome

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Getting Started

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Inserting batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Using the optional AC adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Inserting a tape cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Removing a tape cartridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Changing the language. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Creating labels

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Entering text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Adding punctuation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Adding letters with an accent mark . . . . . . . .

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Adding symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Adding frames . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Changing the font size. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Changing the font . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Changing the font style. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Saving labels

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Deleting labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Printing labels

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Printing multiple copies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Customizing your labels

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Creating vertical text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Using mirror-image text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Creating sequentially numbered labels. . . . 19

Customizing the length of labels . . . . . . . . . . 19

Adding space between characters . . . . . . . . 19

Selecting narrow characters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Increasing print density. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Adjusting the Display

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Applying Iron-On labels

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Attaching your labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Label usage tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Cleaning the Printer

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Cleaning the print head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Solving Problems

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Error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Problems and solutions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Epson Technical Support

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Recycling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Purchase supplies and accessories . . . . . . . . 28

Epson LabelWorks Iron-on Kit User Manual - Page 3

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Section	Page
Contents	3
Welcome	5
Getting Started	6
Inserting batteries	6
1. Remove the rear cover.	6
2. Insert 6 AAA alkaline batteries, positioning the + and - ends as shown.	6
3. Replace the cover and snap it into place.	6
Using the optional AC adapter	7
1. Plug one end of the AC adapter into the product.	7
2. Plug the other end of the AC adapter into a wall outlet.	7
Inserting a tape cartridge	7
1. Remove any slack from the ink ribbon.	7
2. Remove the rear cover.	7
3. Insert the tape cartridge and press it down firmly until it snaps into place.	7
4. If there is excess tape, feed the end of the tape through the tape guide slot.	8
5. Replace the cover and snap it into place.	8
6. Press to turn on the printer.	8
7. Press + .	8
8. Press the Cut button to cut the tape.	8
Removing a tape cartridge	8
1. Remove the rear cover.	8
2. Hold the cartridge by the tabs, and lift it straight up.	8
Changing the language	8
1. Press + .	8
2. Press to highlight Language, then press to select it.	8
3. Press to highlight your language, then press to select it.	8
Creating labels	9
Entering text	9
Adding punctuation	9
Adding letters with an accent mark	10
1. Enter the letter that needs an accent mark.	10
2. Press . A list of options appears on the display (for example, ÀÁÂ).	10
3. Press or to highlight an item, then press to select it.	10
Adding symbols	10
1. Press .	10
2. Press to scroll through the symbol categories, then press to select a category.	10
3. Press or to highlight a symbol, then press to select it.	10
Symbols	11
Adding frames	15
1. Press to display Frame, then press to select it.	15
2. Press to scroll through the options, then press or enter the frame number to select the frame you want to use.	15
Changing the font size	17
1. Press .	17
2. Press to select a 1-line or 2-line layout, then press . You see squares representing the font, and an indication of the size and number of lines.	17
3. Press to scroll through the 4 available sizes, then press to select the one you want to use.	17
Changing the font	17
1. Press .	17
2. Press to scroll through the fonts, then press to select the one you want.	17
Changing the font style	18
1. Press .	18
2. Press to scroll through the styles, then press to select the one you want.	18
Saving labels	18
Deleting labels	18
1. Press + or + to select a label for deletion.	18
2. Press + . You see a confirmation message.	18
3. Press to delete, or press if you change your mind.	18
Printing labels	19
1. Press to print the current label. The length of the label and the number of copies shows on the display while the label prints.	19
2. When printing stops, press the Cut button.	19
Printing multiple copies	19
1. Press . You see 2-9 on the display.	19
2. Press the one of the number keys to enter the number of copies (2-9).	19
3. Press . The length of the label and the number of copies shows on the display while the labels print.	19
4. When printing stops, press the Cut button to cut the tape. A cut mark is printed between each copy, as shown:	19
5. Using scissors, cut along the marks to separate each label.	19
Customizing your labels	20
Creating vertical text	20
1. Press .	20
2. Press repeatedly until Vertical appears, then press to select it.	20
3. Press to select On, then press .	20
Using mirror-image text	20
1. Press .	20
2. Press repeatedly until Mirror print appears, then press to select it.	20
3. Press to select On, then press .	20
Creating sequentially numbered labels	21
1. Create your label as described on page 7.	21
2. Press or to move the cursor where you want to add the number, then press + .	21
3. Enter the number for the first label, then press .	21
4. Follow the instructions on page 17 to print multiple copies of the label. Each copy is numbered in order.	21
Customizing the length of labels	21
1. Press .	21
2. Press until you see Label length, then press to select it.	21
3. Press to select a value up to 15 in. (40 cm), then press .	21
Adding space between characters	21
1. Press .	21
2. Press until you see Char. spacing, then press to select it.	21
3. Press to change from Narrow to Wide, then press .	22
Selecting narrow characters	22
1. Press .	22
2. Press until you see Narrow, then press to select it.	22
3. Press again to select Narrow.	22
Increasing print density	22
1. When the power is off, press + . Print density appears on the display.	22
2. Press .	22
3. Press to adjust the print density, then press to select the density you want.	22
Adjusting the Display	22
1. Press + .	22
2. Press to highlight a setting, then press to select it.	22
3. Press to highlight the option you want, then press to select it.	22
Applying Iron-On labels	23
Attaching your labels	23
1. Set your iron to 284-320 F (140-160 C), without steam.	23
2. Make sure the area where you want to attach the label doesn’t have any wrinkles.	23
3. Place the label in the desired location with the printed side up.	23
4. Gently press the iron down on one end of the label to temporarily attach it in place.	23
5. Press the iron firmly down on the entire label, holding the iron still for about 10 to 15 seconds. To make sure the label adheres securely, repeat this step 3 or 4 times.	23
Label usage tips	24
Cleaning the Printer	25
Cleaning the print head	25
Solving Problems	26
Error messages	26
Problems and solutions	27
The product does not function normally	27
1. Press to turn the power off.	27
2. Press and hold + , and press .	27
3. When a message appears, press (to cancel, press any other button).	27
Power is on but no images appear on the display	27
The display turns off	27
Nothing prints	28
Characters do not print properly	28
Printing stops in the middle of text	28
Saved labels are gone	28
Labels curl after ironing	28
Labels fall off after a few washings	29
Epson Technical Support	29
Recycling	29
Purchase supplies and accessories	30
Specifications	30
Notices	31
Safety instructions	31
Battery	32
AC adapter	33
Tape cartridge	33
About printed labels	34
FCC Compliance Statement	34
For United States Users	34
For Canadian Users	34
Epson America, Inc. Limited Warranty	35