BRADYMARKER™ XC Plus Printer Introduction Features and capabilities PermaSleeve adaptation Basic Operations Setup, menu, keyboard, memory Tutorial Installation of labels and ribbons, working with the menu, printing and serializing labels Cleaning and maintenance Basic cleaning instructions, removal and reinstallation of paper shoot Troubleshooting Most commonly asked questions Operational exercise Page 1
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Introduction to BMXC+ • The BMXC+ is a nine pin dot matrix portable printer capable of printing wire markers, electronic component labels, and general identification labels. • Label registration is accomplished by optically sensing labels insur ing proper label alignment. • It is capable of printing eight lines per inch and 23 characters per line. There are three text sizes and three formats available. Full justification is another feature on the BMXC+.
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Basic Operations Menu Size This is the material size code. It can be obtained from the box or from the inner core of the label. The parameters for the legend is determined by this size code. Format There are three formats on the BMXC+: wiremarker, component, and strip. Wiremarker mode automatically repeats the line of text in the legend down the length of the marker. Component mode will print all of your legend a single time. It will automatically center your text vertically.
Keyboard Help Clear Display You can press this key any time. It will direct you to the appropriate section of the user manual for further information. Clears all characters from the Legend Entry Screen. Save This works in conjunction with the LIST selection in the MENU. It will store the current legend into the list that you are creating. Enter This key can act like a carriage return to add another line to the legend. It also acts to select options from any part of the menu when it is highlighted.
Paper shoot & material guide assembly This is a three piece mechanical assembly through which the material (labels) pass before being printed. This section can be taken apart for easy removal of labels that may have gotten stuck in the unit. Optic eye The optic eye is the material sensing device on the BMXC's. It senses the "cut-out" on the material to align the marker for proper print positioning. Ribbon The BMXC+ uses the R2200 ribbon. The BMXC+-PS uses the R5200 ribbon.
BMXC+ marker size codes Characters per line Marker Width (inches ) Label Size Normal Size Small Size Large Size .17 x01 1 1 0 .25 x02 2 3 1 .33 x03 3 4 1 .42 x04 4 5 2 .50 x05 5 7 3 .58 x06 6 8 3 .67 x07 7 9 4 .75 x08 8 11 5 .83 x09 9 12 5 .92 x10 10 13 6 1.00 x11 11 15 7 1.08 x12 12 16 7 1.17 x13 13 17 8 1.25 x14 14 19 9 1.33 x15 15 20 9 1.42 x16 16 21 10 1.
BRADYMARKER PS printer A. General unit description The Bradymarker PS printer is a Bradymarker XC Plus printer which has been modified to allow it to print PermaSleeve wire marking sleeves, in addition to all other Bradymarker consumables. This section will address changes and additions found in the PS model. Differences between the two versions of printer include the following (refer to Fig. 1, pg. 1). 1. The “print head” features a gap adjuster mechanism on the PS version (see Section B). 2.
BRADYMARKER PS printer 3. With screwdriver, turn the plastic “gap adjustment screw” (turn clockwise only!) To the desired setting. The smallest gap (locator dots at 12 o’clock) is used for all nonPermaSleeve consumables. The next smallest gap (4 o’clock) is the standard setting for PermaSleeve markers. The final position (7 o’clock) should only be used if the printer smears with the 4 o’clock setting. 4. With screwdriver, re-tighten adjuster lock screw. Be careful not to over-tighten screw! 5.
BRADYMARKER ™ PS printer (continued) 4. Reverse direction and turn the roll “forward”. Feed material into printer until it stops. The leading edge will now be positioned against the drive roller. 5. While continuing to hold the roll so that the leading edge is pus hed tightly against the drive roll, press and hold the FEED key. The drive roller will begin to pull markers into the printer.
BRADYMARKER ™ PS printer (continued) E. Printing other markers To print Bradymaker labels other than PermaSleeve marker. 1. Replace the unwind assembly with the roll holder brackets (See Fig. 1, pg.1). 2. Replace the printer cover with the standard “Plus” cover (with tear bar). Store the unused items in the Bradymarker carrying case for future use. Set the print gap to its smallest setting, as described in Section B, pg. 7. Then follow the instructions in the tutorial section. F.
Tutorial • Before using, charge the internal battery pack by plugging it into the AC adapter/charger and allowing it to charge for 16 hours or more. • Install the ribbon onto the ribbon spool shaft with the spool drive pins pointing down. Push the ribbon detector lever away from the spoon shaft, press down on the ribbon spool until it clicks into place, then release the ribbon detecting lever. Repeat the process for the other side. Tighten the ribbon by turning the right spool in a clockwise direction.
Tutorial (continued) IMPORTANT Be sure to choose the label size, font size, and justification before going into the List feature. These settings will be saved with the file saved. To Erase a List from memory, select Menu, List, the name of the file, and press Erase. You will be prompted "Erase List "X", press Y or N.
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Cleaning and maintenance A. Cleaning and lubrication The printer is a rugged mechanism. It should be cleaned and lubricated as indicated below, to keep it in top operating condition. 1. Cleaning: Several areas need occasional cleaning. See Figure 5 on the next page. a) First is the platen. White paper lint collects on the black tape attached to the platen causing the optic registration system to misread the notch on the label liner. Clean this at least once every month using alcohol on a cotton swab.
2. Lubrication Figure 5 also indicates those points on the printer mechanism that require periodic lubrication. Oil points are noted by an “O” grease points by a “G”. Before lubricating any location, make sure that it is wiped clean of any dirt and old lubricant. Always apply a minimum amount of lubricant. a) Apply a good quality grade of #40 lubricating oil to all oil points every six months. b) Apply a good quality #1 grease to all grease points every 12 months.
B. Battery pack replacement Battery pack life will depend upon usage and operating conditions. When recharging the battery pack, always recharge at least 16 hours to restore full power to the pack. This will result in longer battery pack life. If you find that your battery pack is no longer holding a sufficient charge, you should replace it with a new battery pack assembly (part # 29415). To replace the battery pack assembly follow these instructions . 1.
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D. Stuck label removal (continued) If a label becomes stuck inside the printer and can not be seen from outside the printer, it is probably stuck to the rubber feed roller. 1. To remove the label, first remove the bottom rear cover, the marker roll and roll holders. (See Figure 1, pg. 1 and Figure 7, this page). 2. Remove the material chute assembly by gently pressing the locking tabs away from the material chute assembly, then lift the material chute assembly out of the printer case. 3.
Additional tips (continued) If the unit must come in for repair: 1. An RMA must be obtained from Brady’s Tech Support Center at 800\643-8766 2. When ready to ship the unit in, write up a short note stating the symptoms and enclose any samples that show the problem. 3. Send the unit in it's protective case, if available, or wrap the unit in 2" - 3" of plastic bubble wrap. Secure the bubble wrap around the unit. This will protect it from damage in shipment. ** DO NOT use styrofoam or biodegradable peanuts.
Troubleshooting & most commonly asked questions • Error Messages "Please Verify Size" - Incorrect material size code entered. Improper Format selected (strip mode may be selected). Check the optic scanner to be sure it is clean and in it's housing properly. "Scanning Error" - Clean the optic sensor. Check the optic scanner to be sure it is in it's housing properly. • Labels are not advancing - The material roll holding brackets are too tight against the roll. Adjust them gently.
Optional exercise • Select a WML-202-292-4S label. Set the BMXC+ to run 10 labels in serialization mode. • Install a different material. Create a List and enter 5 legends. Then print this List using the List/Print mode. • Remove the paper shoot and clean the unit. Remember to clean the Ribbon Guides and the platen. Reinstall the paper shoot and use the cleaning kit to clean the print head...
