User guide

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• If using batch printing (where many cards are sent at a time and the printer
operates continuously), test the first card of the batch and the 20th card, and
later cards of the batch to verify they have a consistent appearance and
functionality.
Tips for Success
• Handle cards carefully to protect the cards from damage and to ensure
consistent printing quality. Do not scratch the cards when opening the
package. For example, be very careful if using a knife to open the package.
• Wear gloves when handling unprinted cards. Make sure the gloves are not
powdered because powder can affect print quality.
• Do not touch the surface of cards before printing them because oils on your
hands can cause discolored or smudged printing. Handle card by the edges if
you touch them with your hands.
• Check cards for dust or debris before loading them in the printer. Each
package of cards can vary in the amount of dust in the package. If you notice
an unusual amount of dust or debris, you can clean unprinted cards with 99%
isopropanol (IPA) and a soft, lint-free, non-scratching cloth. As an alternative,
you can change the printer’s replaceable cleaning sleeve and run a cleaning
card more often. Use only isopropanol (IPA) on cards to be personalized in
the printer. Other compounds can damage printer components.
• Change the replaceable cleaning sleeve and run a cleaning card at least after
every 500 cards. For best print quality, change the replaceable cleaning sleeve
and run a cleaning card after every 250 cards (or more often) if your cards or
environment require it.
• Clean the printer after every 100 cards when using adhesive-backed cards.
Maintain a clean work environment to prevent dust or debris from entering
the printer and affecting the quality of printed cards. Do not drop cards. A
card that has been dropped can be cleaned with 99% isopropanol (IPA) and a
soft, lint-free, non-scratching cloth.
• Do not clean and use damaged cards, which can damage printer components.
• If the printer picks more than one card at a time, slide or fan cards to separate
the edges of the cards. Be careful not to bend the cards. Be careful not to touch
the printing surface.
Guidelines for Users
You can give the following guidelines to card users to improve card life.
• Keep your card in a protected place such as a purse, wallet, or jacket pocket.