FOR CORRECT USE OF YOUR PRINTER. Sanyo DVP-P1U

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FOR CORRECT USE OF YOUR PRINTER

k Maintenance

i Cleaning

1 Turn off the power, and remove the power plug from the power outlet.

2 Use a soft cloth to gently wipe the printer clean.

To remove stains

3 Moisten a cloth with a solution of water and a mild detergent. Wring the cloth out well before using it to wipe the printer. Follow by polishing with a soft, dry cloth.

4 Remove any dust from the ventilation holes on the front panel h Dust entering the printer from the ventilation holes will adhere to the prints and diminish their quality.

i Caution h Never use benzine or thinner to clean the printer, as doing so may cause deformation or paint peeling. Also, before using a chemically treated dustcloth to clean the printer, make sure to read all accompanying instructions.

h Do not allow pesticides or flammable substances to come into contact with the printer or paper tray. Also, do not allow rubber or vinyl objects to contact the printer for a long period. They may cause deformation, discoloration, or paint peeling.

k When not using the printer for a long period

h Remove the power cord.

However, when the power is interrupted for a long time, the printer functions may begin to not work properly. Periodically turn on the printer and use it to maintain the functions.

k Caution concerning condensation

h Using the printer or card with condensation inside it may damage it.

i If condensation seems likely to form h Place the printer in a plastic bag and seal it, and then wait until the printer has reached the ambient temperature.

i Be careful of condensation under the following conditions h When moving the printer suddenly from a cold place to a warm place.

h When the ambient temperature changes drastically, such as when a heater is turned on to quickly heat the room.

h When the printer is placed in the path of cool air from an air conditioner.

h When the printer is placed in a location of high humidity.

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k Caution concerning undesired interference

h The printer may create undesired interference if used close to a television or radio.

To avoid this type of interference, make sure the cores on the supplied power cord and AC adapter are not removed.

Core

Power cord

Core

AC adapter

k About the ink ribbon

h Use only the specified ink ribbon.

h If the ribbon in the ink ribbon is slack, turn the spindle in the direction indicated by the arrow to make it taut before using.

h Keep unused ink ribbon in the package. Do not subject it to direct sunlight or high temperatures or humidity.

h Do not touch or pull the ribbon. Doing so may cause the print quality to deteriorate.

k About the paper

h Use only paper specified for the printer.

h Hold the paper by the edges, and avoid touching the print surface. If the print surface is scratched or smudged, the print quality may deteriorate.

h Once a paper is printed, do not reinsert it in the printer, as doing so may result in damage.

h Do not use paper with bent edges, or wrinkled paper. If there is a curl to the paper, take measures to flatten it before using it in the printer.

h Keep unused paper in the package. Do not subject it to direct sunlight or high temperatures or humidity. Keep it flat to prevent folds or wrinkles.

k About the printing surface

h Water-based inks (paint stick, ink jet printing) will not adhere to the printing surface. Please use a ball point pen or permanent marker.

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k About prints

h Keep prints in a place that is not subject to direct sunlight or high temperatures or humidity.

h It is best to keep prints in an album or card case, or other air-tight place.

h If keeping prints in an album, choose nylon photo covers. Polypropylene or cellophane can also be used. Photo covers other than these may cause discoloration or color transfer.

h Do not let cellophane tape or plastic erasers etc. contact the print surface for a long period. They may cause discoloration.

k About thermal head replacement

h When the thermal head is worn out, the print quality deteriorates. The thermal head is a consumable item. When the print quality deteriorates, replace the thermal head.

h For replacement of the thermal head, please consult with the store where you purchased the printer. It is recommended that you request a checkup of the printerís precision parts at the same time.

k Caution concerning copyrights

h The images you print are for your own private use; any other use may violate the rights of copyrights owners.

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