User's Guide QL-700 Be sure to read and understand this guide before using the machine. We recommend that you keep this guide nearby for future reference. www.brother.com US ENG ver.
Thank you for purchasing the Brother QL-700. We strongly recommend that you read this guide carefully before using the Brother QL-700, and then keep it nearby for future reference. We provide service & support for users who register their products on our website. We recommend that you take this opportunity to register with us by visiting us at: Online User Registration http://registermybrother.com/ Online Support Page http://solutions.brother.
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2 Reference 1 Maintenance Maintenance of the machine can be performed as required. However, some environments require that maintenance be performed more frequently (e.g. in dusty conditions). Print head maintenance The DK Roll (thermal recording paper type) used with the machine is designed to clean the print head automatically. When the DK Roll passes the print head during printing and label feeding, the print head is cleaned.
3 4 Remove the backing paper and feed the edge of the cleaning sheet into the printing unit until it reaches the area shown by an arrow in the diagram below. • Insert the sheet without removing the part of the sheet. • Check that the printing surface of the cleaning sheet is facing upwards. 5 Close the DK Roll compartment cover and press the ON/OFF button ( ) to turn the Brother QL-700 on. 6 Press the Feed button for more than one second. Feed button The roller spins by 4" (10 cm).
4 Reference 2 Troubleshooting If the problems below occur while using this machine, the following may help you to solve them. Potential types of problems Problem Solution • Is the cable loose? Check that the cable is connected securely. • Is the DK Roll installed correctly? If not, remove the DK Roll and reinstall it. • Is there enough roll remaining? Check that there is enough roll remaining. The QL printer does not print, or • Is the DK Roll compartment cover open? a printing error is received.
5 Problem Cutter error Solution • If a cutter error occurs, keep the DK roll compartment cover closed and press the ON/OFF button. The cutter moves back to the normal position and turns the machine OFF automatically. After the machine is OFF, inspect the label outlet and remove the paper jam. • Set the label vertical to the print head as shown below. Label exit slot Recommended print direction Print head • Some types of scanner are not able to read the bar code. Try using another scanner.
6 Reference 3 Main Specifications Product specifications Items Specifications Display Editor Lite lamp (green), STATUS lamp (green, orange, red) Print Printing method Direct thermal printing via thermal head Speed of printing Max. 5.9" (150 mm)/sec, Max. 93 labels/min. (Standard Address Labels) (When connected to the PC and using P-touch Editor) Print head 300 dpi/720 dot Max. printing width 2.3" (59 mm) Max. printing length 39.37" (1 m) Min. printing length 0.5" (12.
