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  • Page 1 ® 21-PLUS LABEL PRINTER ® 21-LAB LABEL PRINTER USER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 3 21-LAB Label Printer is a trademark of BRADY Worldwide, Inc. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. BRADY reserves the right to make changes without further notice to any product or system described herein to improve reliability, function, or design.
  • Page 4 • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult BRADY Technical Support for help. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 5 EUROPE Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive In accordance with the European WEEE Directive, this device needs to be recycled in accordance with local regulations. RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU This product is CE marked and complies with the European Union's Directive 2011/65/EU OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 8 June 2011 on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment.
  • Page 6 Turkey Turkish Ministry of Environment and Forestry (Directive on the Restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment). Türkiye Cumhuriyeti: EEE Yönetmeliğine Uygundur Mexico Energy Statement: Consumo de energia en operacion: 3.35 Wh (Energy consumption in operation mode) Consumo de energia en modo de espera: 0.1 Wh (Energy consumption in standby mode) ®...
  • Page 7 BRADY’s satisfaction to have been defective at the time BRADY sold it. This warranty does not extend to any persons obtaining the product from the buyer.
  • Page 8: Technical Support

    Technical Support Technical Support Numbers/On-line Help For repair or technical assistance, find your regional Brady Tech Support office in the following list. • United States: 1-800-643-8766 or via the web at www.bradyid.com/techsupport • Australia: 1-800 644 834 or via the web at www.bradyid.com.au/en-au/supportlanding...
  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction............1 Unpack Your Printer .
  • Page 10 Getting Started ........... . . 35 Entering Text.
  • Page 11 Troubleshooting ........... . 70 Cleaning the Printer .
  • Page 13: Introduction

    Introduction Introduction ® ® The BMP 21-PLUS/BMP 21-LAB Label Printer is capable of printing on a variety of continuous supplies, up to 3/4- inch (19.1 mm) wide print. It includes the following features: • Targeted applications to simplify the creation of specific label types •...
  • Page 14: Unpack Your Printer

    • Multifunctional Accessory (BMP21-TOOL) Accessories can be purchased separately or potentially as part of a kit. A variety of kits are available in different areas. Please visit your local Brady website to determine what kits are available in your country/region.
  • Page 15: Bmp 21-Plus/Bmp

    Introduction Physical and Environmental Characteristics ® ® 21-PLUS/BMP 21-LAB Label Printer System Specifications ® ® The BMP 21-PLUS/BMP 21-LAB Label Printer has the following specifications: • Weight 1.66 lbs (0.753 kg) • Thermal Transfer Print Mechanism, 203 DPI print resolution •...
  • Page 16 Introduction Physical and Environmental Characteristics Environmental Operation Storage Temperature* (Printer) -18° to 43° C (0° to 110° F) 4° to 43° C (40° to 110° F) Relative Humidity 20% to 90% (non- 10% to 90% (non- (Printer) condensing) condensing) ® ®...
  • Page 17: External View

    External View Physical and Environmental Characteristics External View Power key Cutter lever Function keys (example: label Cartridge bay locking lever format) Symbols and characters Cartridge bay with cartridge Secondary function key AC adapter port Navigation pad with ENTER key Cartridge eject button Set language and unit defaults Battery compartment Print key...
  • Page 18: Power Source

    Power Source Physical and Environmental Characteristics Power Source ® ® Power is supplied to the BMP 21-PLUS/BMP 21-LAB Label Printer by six AA alkaline batteries, a BMP21-PLUS-BATT Lithium Ion battery pack, or by an AC power adapter. To maintain maximum printer performance, use basic AA alkaline batteries, NOT rechargeable (Ultimate Lithium) AA batteries.
  • Page 19 Power Source Physical and Environmental Characteristics Do not dismantle, open or shred cells or batteries. Do not expose cells or batteries to heat or fire. Avoid storage in direct sunlight. Do not short-circuit a cell or a battery. Do not store cells or batteries haphazardly in a box or drawer where they may short-circuit each other or be short-circuited by other metal objects.
  • Page 20: Loading Aa Alkaline Batteries

    Power Source Loading AA Alkaline Batteries Loading AA Alkaline Batteries On the back of the printer, Insert 6 AA alkaline Re-insert the battery door squeeze the finger tabs batteries, observing correct hinge at the top of the located on both sides of the polarity.
  • Page 21: Loading The Lithium Ion Battery Pack

    Power Source Loading the Lithium Ion Battery Pack Loading the Lithium Ion Battery Pack When using a BMP21-PLUS-BATT Lithium Ion battery pack, please consult the instructions enclosed with the battery pack for the charging procedure. The BMP21-PLUS-BATT battery pack is NOT compatible with the BMP21 printer. On the back of the printer, With the battery label Re-insert the battery door...
  • Page 22: Remove Lithium Battery

    Power Source Loading the Lithium Ion Battery Pack Remove Lithium Battery Squeeze the finger tabs Placing your thumb at the Grasp the raised battery located on both sides of the base of the printer, use and pull it up and out from battery compartment door, your forefingers to gently the bottom contact slots.
  • Page 23: Ac Power Adapter

    The printer can be powered by an AC/DC power adapter. The AC/DC power adapter can also be used to recharge the BMP21-PLUS-BATT battery pack outside of the printer. Use only the 9V DC, 3.3A Brady AC/DC adapters, shown below, for supplying power to ®...
  • Page 24: Charging The Lithium Ion Battery Pack

    Power Source AC Power Adapter Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Pack The lithium Ion battery pack accessory cannot be charged in the printer. The battery pack must be removed from the printer and charged using the BMP21-AC AC adapter. To use the printer while charging the battery, insert 6 AA alkaline batteries in the battery compartment.
  • Page 25: Media Cartridge

    Media Cartridge AC Power Adapter Media Cartridge ® ® The media and ribbon supplies for the BMP 21-PLUS/BMP 21-LAB Label Printer are combined in a plastic cartridge for easy one-step loading. With the exception of the 0.25-inch (6.35mm) size, these cartridges are NOT compatible with the BMP21 printer. Media sizes are between 0.25-0.75-inch (6.35mm - 19.1mm) width.
  • Page 26: Changing The Label Cartridge

    Media Cartridge Changing the Label Cartridge Changing the Label Cartridge Turn the locking Push the eject Place a new cartridge in the lever to the left to button on the back cartridge bay and push down until unlock the of the printer, then the cartridge snaps into place.
  • Page 27: Recycling The Label Cartridge

    Media Cartridge Recycling the Label Cartridge Recycling the Label Cartridge Cartridges need to be recycled in accordance with local regulations. Before recycling, the used cartridges must be pulled apart to release the individual components. These various components must then be recycled in the correct recycling bins. Materials •...
  • Page 28 Media Cartridge Recycling the Label Cartridge To open the cartridge: Starting at the narrow end of the cartridge, insert the flathead screwdriver into the seam of the cartridge, then twist the screwdriver slightly to loosen the two outside pieces of molding.
  • Page 29: Recycling Components

    Media Cartridge Recycling the Label Cartridge Recycling Components These components should be removed from the cartridge and recycled according to the following guidelines. Component Material Recycle Bin Housings and retaining arm Polycarbonate Plastics (#7) Ribbon spools and spacer Plastic Plastics (#7) Large and small springs, metal washers Metals Metals (#40)
  • Page 30: Power On

    Power On Recycling the Label Cartridge Power On To turn the system on or off: Press Power To preserve battery life, when the printer detects a time of inactivity, it automatically shuts down. Any data on the screen at the time of auto shutdown is retained and available the next time the [Power] key is pressed to restart the printer.
  • Page 31: Editing Screen

    Power On Editing Screen Editing Screen The editing screen enables you to view formatting features directly on the screen while you are entering and editing data. Status Information A status bar displays permanently at the bottom of the screen and contains the following: Text lines Caps lock (on) Label type...
  • Page 32: Keypad

    Keypad Navigation and Editing Keys Keypad Navigation and Editing Keys Function Description Power Turns on the printer Navigation Keys Navigation keys: • In a line of text, move the cursor left or right a character at a time, or up and down a line at a time.
  • Page 33 Keypad Navigation and Editing Keys Function Description Backspace Key • Removes characters one at a time, moving to the left. • Backs out of menu options and functions, one screen at a time. Note: Depending on how deep you are into menus and functions, you may have to press Backspace multiple times.
  • Page 34: Function Keys

    Keypad Function Keys Function Keys Function Description Feed Key Feeds the media through the printer. Serial Key Sets the start, end, and increment values for serialization. Menu Key Provides printer defaults (i.e., language, units) and other print options not available on keys. Menu items include symbols, international characters, barcode styles, and file options.
  • Page 35: Menus

    Menus Function Keys Menus Additional functions not displayed on a key are available from the Menu key. Use the up or down navigation keys to access the different menu items displayed. When you have reached the last menu item displayed, the menus cycle back to the first menu item. Figure 1 •...
  • Page 36: Data Fields

    Menus Cancel a Menu or Data Field Data Fields For some menu items, there may be data fields requesting additional information. To enter the information: Using navigation keys, navigate to the data field. Enter data using the keyboard. Use the left/right navigation keys to toggle through a series of predesigned values. Use navigation keys to move off the field after entering data.
  • Page 37: Printer Defaults

    Menus Printer Defaults Printer Defaults Printer defaults are set to provide a consistent operating environment for the work you do with your printer. Once the defaults are set, they will remain in effect until you change them. The following printer default settings can be found using the Menu key . •...
  • Page 38: Initial Language Setup

    Menus Printer Defaults BMP21-Lab Languages English - Default Dutch French Portuguese Spanish Italian German BMP21-Plus Russian Languages Russian - Default English Note: Greek language characters are found under the International menu function. Initial Language Setup When turning the printer on for the first time, immediately go to the Menu>Language function and choose the language in which you want all printer menus, functions, and data displayed.
  • Page 39: Set Clock

    Menus Printer Defaults Set Clock The following settings can be found under the Set Clock menu function. Set the Date and Time options upon initial start-up of the printer. Figure 3 • Time/Date settings in Set Clock function Clock Format Before setting the date and time, set the Clock Format.
  • Page 40 Menus Printer Defaults Date Format You have four choices for the date format. The date can be displayed in the American standard (MM/DD/YY) or the International Standard (DD/MM/YY). You can also have the date display 2 digits or 4 digits for the year (e.g., YY = 13, YYYY = 2013). To set the date: Press MENU Navigate to Set Clock, then press Enter Navigate to Date Format, then press Enter...
  • Page 41 Menus Printer Defaults Set Date Once you have set the date and time format, you can now set the actual date and time. To set the date: Press MENU Navigate to Set Clock, then press Enter Navigate to Date, then press Enter Navigate to various fields to set the desired month, day, and year for the time you want displayed on your labels.
  • Page 42 Menus Printer Defaults Set Time To set the time: Press MENU Navigate to Set Clock, then press Enter Navigate to Time, then press Enter Navigate to various fields to set the hour and/or minutes of the desired time. Note: When using the time format HH:MM:SS, no field for seconds displays. The internal clock in the printer starts the seconds based on the minutes you have chosen.
  • Page 43: Units

    Menus Units Units The Units setting is used to configure label parameters for the printer. The units are: • Inches • Millimeters Once configured, you do not have to indicate “inches” or “millimeters” (or their globally accepted abbreviations or marks) when entering numbers in data fields. Likewise, in any scale or range of measurement field (as found under Label Type), the range of measurements will automatically configure to the units selected in the Menu function.
  • Page 44: Cut Mode

    Menus Cut Mode Cut Mode Set the Cut Mode default to determine when the printer should pause for cutting. There are two modes to choose from: • Cut Between Labels • Cut at End of Job In a multiprint job (serialized label, terminal block, breaker box, etc.) cut mode determines if the printer should pause between each label for cutting the individual labels.
  • Page 45: Set Zero Style

    Menus Set Zero Style Set Zero Style The Set Zero Style default determines if the number zero will print as an open zero ( ), or intersected by a line ( ), as on a computer. To set the Zero Style default: Press MENU Navigate to Set Zero Style, then press Enter Navigate to the desired zero style, then press Enter...
  • Page 46: Backlight Time

    Menus Backlight Time Backlight Time The Backlight Time sets the backlight auto-off time-out. This refers to the number of seconds of inactivity detected, after which the backlight automatically shuts off. If you prefer to keep the backlight on at all times while using the AC adapter, choose Always On.
  • Page 47: Getting Started

    Getting Started Editing Text Getting Started This section describes the process of creating a text label with minimal formatting, using basic editing techniques, and printing the label. Entering Text Before entering label text, be sure the media cartridge is loaded and the power is ON. The vertical bar on the display screen is the cursor and is the starting point for every label you ®...
  • Page 48: Deleting Text

    Getting Started Editing Text Deleting Text To remove characters, one at a time, from the position of the cursor TO THE LEFT (backwards): Press Backspace If you want to delete characters in the middle of the line of text, use the navigation keys to position the cursor to the right of the characters you want to delete, then press [BACKSPACE].
  • Page 49: Font Size

    Getting Started Editing Text Font Size Note: The printer provides only one font, but that font has many different sizes and weights. Additional fonts cannot be loaded on the printer. Font size can be applied before or after data is entered, regardless of where the cursor is positioned.
  • Page 50 Getting Started Editing Text Autosize Autosize starts with the largest font size that fits on the label. When a line of text reaches the fixed margin (distance between the edge of the print head and the cutter blade), it scales downward until you press [ENTER] or the minimum font size is reached.
  • Page 51: Printing A Label

    Getting Started Printing a Label Printing a Label To print a label: Press PRINT A printing icon displays on the screen indicating that the label is printing. When the icon disappears, you can cut the label. Squeeze the cutter levers to cut the label. The label exit chute contains plastic grips that hold the label in place after cutting so it will not fall off.
  • Page 53: Formatting

    Formatting Symbols Formatting Formatting refers to the layout, structure, and appearance of a label. Different formatting features can be found under the Menu and function keys. Symbols Figure 4 • Symbol categories ® ® The BMP 21-PLUS/BMP 21-LAB Label Printer contains 104 symbols (graphics) that can be used for a variety of applications.
  • Page 54: Remove A Symbol

    Formatting Symbols You can also choose symbols through the Menu function. Press MENU Navigate to Symbols, then press Enter Navigate to the desired symbol category, then press Enter Using navigation keys, select the desired symbol, then press Enter The symbol displays with the same font size that is currently in use. Figure 5 •...
  • Page 55: International Character Set

    Formatting International Character Set International Character Set The International Character Set supplies characters specific to some international alphabets with diacritical and accent marks incorporated into the characters. To add a character from the International Character Set: Position the cursor where you want the international character to display. Press International key Press MENU Navigate to International, then press Enter...
  • Page 56: Date And Time

    Formatting Date and Time Date and Time To have the current date and/or time inserted on a label: Position the cursor on the label where you want the date and/or time to be inserted. Press ADD DATE to display the date. Press ADD TIME to display the time.
  • Page 57: Barcode

    Formatting Barcode Barcode ® ® The BMP 21-PLUS/BMP 21-LAB Label Printer supports Code 39 and Code 128 barcode symbology. You can use either Banner Landscape or Flag label type to insert a barcode. (See page page 55 for information on changing the Label Type.) Barcode data can be displayed in the same line as other data (text or symbols).
  • Page 58: Edit Barcode Data

    Formatting Barcode If you want to enter more data on the same line of text as the barcode: Press the right navigation key to move off the barcode. Enter the data. (Be sure to press Space before entering more data if you want to separate the data from the barcode.) Barcode in line of data Printed label of barcode in line of data...
  • Page 59: Serialization

    Serialization How Serialization Works Serialization Serialization (or sequencing) automatically adds a series of sequential numbers or letters to the printed labels. The Serial function consecutively places the next number or letter in the defined sequence on individual labels. The number of labels created is defined by the sequence values you enter.
  • Page 60: Examples Of Serialization

    Serialization Examples of Serialization Examples of Serialization In a simple serialization, a sequence runs through its full range of numbers and/or letters (i.e., 0 to 9, or A to Z), one number/letter for each label. Starting with the Start Value, the Increment value is added to the previous number to produce the next sequence number, until it reaches the End Value.
  • Page 61: Using Letters In Serialization

    Serialization Examples of Serialization Using Letters in Serialization Sequencing letters occurs according to the letter’s position in the alphabet. Below is a chart referencing alpha character positions in the English alphabet. Letter sequence: Example: Start Value: Increment: End Value: Produces: A, D, G, J, M Multi-Letter Serialization You can serialize up to three letters at a time.
  • Page 62: Add Serialization

    Serialization Edit a Sequence Add Serialization To add serialization to labels: Position the cursor on the label where you want the serialization to display. Press SERIAL A dialog box displays where you can enter the start value of the serialization, the increment value, and the end value.
  • Page 63: File Management

    File Management Save a File File Management A label can be saved as a file, to be opened and reused at a later date. You can save up to 12 ® ® files on the BMP 21-PLUS/BMP 21-LAB Label Printer. The files are retained and are not lost when removing the rechargeable battery.
  • Page 64: Replace (Overwrite) A File

    File Management Replace (Overwrite) a File In the File Name? field, enter a name for the file, then press Enter When the file is saved, you are returned to the Editing screen with the saved file still displayed. To remove the saved file from the screen: Press CLEAR Replace (Overwrite) a File ®...
  • Page 65: Open A File

    File Management Open a File To overwrite the previous file: Navigate to Yes, then press Enter In the File Name? field, enter a name for the file, then press Enter Open a File To open (recall) a saved file: Press MENU Navigate to File, then press Enter Navigate to Open, then press Enter A list of previously saved files displays.
  • Page 66: Delete A File

    File Management Delete a File Delete a File The display screen does not have to be cleared before deleting a file. A file can be deleted with other data still on the screen. To delete a previously saved file: Press MENU Navigate to File, then press Enter Navigate to Delete, then press Enter A list of previously saved files displays.
  • Page 67: Label Types

    Label Types Selecting a Label Type Label Types Label types provide templates that guide and control the layout for label formats and may require specific media. The label types available are: BMP®21-PLUS and ® 21-LAB Label Printer BMP®21-PLUS-Russian Label Printer •...
  • Page 68: Banner Portrait Label Type

    Banner Portrait Label Type Selecting a Label Type Banner Portrait Label Type Banner Portrait label type is used for creating basic labels, with no specific formatting. Banner portrait supports all media except SelfLam and Permasleeve. When you are using a specific label type, clearing the data removes the data you entered but the specific label type parameters remain.
  • Page 69: Banner Landscape Label Type

    Banner Landscape Label Type Selecting a Label Type Banner Landscape Label Type Banner Landscape label type allows you to enter a long text string. Any media can be installed for Banner Landscape. If a label type is not supported for newly installed media, the label type automatically switches to Banner Landscape.
  • Page 70: Fixed Length

    Fixed Length Selecting a Label Type Fixed Length If the label type is set to Banner landscape the label length will be as long as necessary to accommodate the font size and text entered. However, you can set the length of the media to a fixed length, which may restrict how much data you can enter on the label.
  • Page 71: Vial

    Vial Selecting a Label Type Vial The Vial label type can be used with any media except SelfLam or Permasleeve. (If SelfLam or Permasleeve media is installed, the Vial label type does not display.) The Vial label type fixes the length of the label based on the vial size selected and formats the data horizontally or vertically.
  • Page 72: Wiremarker Label Type (Bmp ® 21-Plus Only)

    ® WireMarker Label Type (BMP 21-PLUS only) Selecting a Label Type WireMarker Label Type ® (BMP 21-PLUS only) The WireMarker label type is designed to repeat entered data down the length of the label. The data repeats as many times as possible, considering the font size and the wire size selected. WireMarker label type - text on screen WireMarker label type - printed text Figure 6 •...
  • Page 73 ® WireMarker Label Type (BMP 21-PLUS only) You can press [ENTER] to start a new line of text. When the label is printed, both lines of text are repeated down the label, depending on the size of the label and the font size. WireMarker label type - multiple lines as WireMarker label type - multiple lines as displayed on screen...
  • Page 74: Terminal Block, Patch Panel (Bmp ® 21-Plus Only)

    ® Terminal Block, Patch Panel (BMP 21-PLUS only) Selecting a Label Type Terminal Block, Patch Panel ® (BMP 21-PLUS only) Terminal Block and Patch Panel label types are designed to be used with any media, except SelfLam or Permasleeve. If SelfLam or Permasleeve is installed, these label types are not available.
  • Page 75 ® Terminal Block, Patch Panel (BMP 21-PLUS only) If serialization is turned OFF, continue with the following: Navigate to the # of Terminations: (or # of Ports:) field and enter the number of terminals or ports needed. Navigate to the Rotation: field (not visible on the initial data fields screen), and determine °...
  • Page 76 ® Terminal Block, Patch Panel (BMP 21-PLUS only) Selecting a Label Type To delete the serialization sequence: Press Backspace A confirmation message displays. To delete the entire sequence: Press Enter To cancel the deletion: Press Backspace again. If seriazation was turned OFF, the number of terminals (or ports) indicated in Step 3 above, display in individual areas.
  • Page 77: Flags (Bmp ® 21-Plus Only)

    ® Flags (BMP 21-PLUS only) Flags ® (BMP 21-PLUS only) A Flag label wraps around a wire or cable, with the ends joined together to form a flag. The Flag label type is designed to work with any media except SelfLam or Permasleeve. To use a Flag label type: Press LABEL TYPE Navigate to Flag and press Enter...
  • Page 78 ® Flags (BMP 21-PLUS only) Selecting a Label Type In the Style: field, use the left or right navigation key to display the eight different flag rotations. Figure 7 • Eight flag layouts When finished, press Enter Rotation is embedded in the template design, based on the flag design you pick. Justification defaults to center, middle.
  • Page 79: Breaker Box (Bmp ® 21-Plus Only)

    ® Breaker Box (BMP 21-PLUS only) Breaker Box ® (BMP 21-PLUS only) Breakers are usually arranged in two columns or along one row, depending on geographic regions. The breaker positions are numbered left-to-right or top-to-bottom, depending on label orientation. This numbering system is universal across various competing manufacturers of breaker panels.
  • Page 80 ® Breaker Box (BMP 21-PLUS only) Selecting a Label Type On the Breaker Box editing screen, enter the number of poles for each breaker and the corresponding identifying data. The number of the breaker displays in the upper right corner of the editing screen.
  • Page 81: Technical Support Numbers/On-Line Help

    Technical Support Numbers/On-line Help Technical Support Numbers/On-line Help For repair or technical assistance, find your regional Brady Technical Support office in the following list. • United States: 1-800-643-8766 or via the web at www.bradyid.com/techsupport • Australia: 1-800-644-834 or via the web at www.bradyid.com.au/en-au/supportlanding...
  • Page 82: Troubleshooting

    Use the following table to troubleshoot and diagnose possible performance problems with ® ® your BMP 21-PLUS/BMP 21-LAB Label Printer. If the corrective action suggested does not work, contact Brady’s Technical Support Group (see page 69). Problem Cause Corrective Action...
  • Page 83 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Corrective Action Power ON/OFF - Printer not working Printer does not power up when Battery pack is not charged. If using batteries, replace with 6 turned on. new AA batteries. OR, if using the lithium ion battery, remove the battery from the printer and recharge using the AC adapter.
  • Page 84 ® ® Printing from PC The BMP 21-PLUS/BMP To obtain a Brady printer that can LAB printer CANNOT be be connected to a PC, contact connected to a PC. You cannot print Brady customer service at 888-250- PC label files on the BMP21- 3082.
  • Page 85 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Corrective Action Print Quality Poor print quality Battery pack, or 6 AA batteries, Battery life is approximately one to may be worn out and not properly three years, depending on its use holding a charge. and care. Order a replacement battery pack or insert 6 new AA batteries.
  • Page 86 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Corrective Action Print Quality (continued) Black line displays on first label When the cartridge is left in the Unlock the cartridge as soon as you printed locked position (when not in use), are done printing more labels. This the print head is pressed against the will prevent the warm print head platen roller, causing a vertical...
  • Page 87 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Corrective Action Program Invalid terminal repeat value The value entered is out of the The acceptable range is between entered. range. the minimum of 0.2 inch to the maximum of 40 inches. Error - “Cannot Fit” Font size and settings too large for •...
  • Page 88 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Corrective Action Program (continued) Cannot add checksum character in The BMP21-PLUS/BMP21-LAB No action required. barcode. does not allow checksum characters to be used. Menu does not display all label The BMP21-PLUS/BMP21-LAB Insert the proper label material types. only displays the label types that (cartridge) for the labels you want will work with the installed label...
  • Page 89: Cleaning The Printer

    Make sure the locking lever is in the UNLOCK position. If not, you will not be able to access the print head. Using a lint-free swab moistened with isopropyl alcohol (or a swab from the Brady PCK- 6 Cleaning Kit), gently swab the print head.
  • Page 91: Appendix A - Symbols

    Appendix A - Symbols Appendix A - Symbols Symbols for all enabled applications are available for use on any label, regardless of the application/label type in use. See page 41 for information on how to apply symbols to your labels. ®...
  • Page 92 Appendix A - Symbols ® Home Electrical Warning (BMP 21-PLUS and Russian only) ® ® 21-PLUS/BMP 21-LAB User’s Manual...

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