With this machine, use only tape cassettes bearing the logo. For a list of the tape cassettes that can be used with this machine, refer to Accessories at the bottom of this page. Care and precautions • Clean the machine using only a soft, dry cloth. • Use only AAA-size (LR03) batteries. • Do not expose the machine or the tape cassettes to high temperatures, high humidity, or excessive dust. • If you do not intend to use the machine for an extended period of time, remove the batteries. • Do not touch the tape cutter button while printing. • Do not touch the cutter blade. • Do not block the tape exit slot. (Fig. 1) Installing/replacing batteries 1) Remove the back cover by pressing in the rough area at the top end of the machine and pulling off the cover. (Fig. 2) 2) If a tape cassette is already installed, remove it. For details on removing the tape cassette, refer to Installing/ changing the tape cassette. 3) If batteries are already installed, remove them. 4) Insert four new AAA-size (LR03) batteries as shown below. (Fig. 3) Be sure that the two batteries on the left side of the P-touch are inserted with their positive poles pointing toward the bottom end of the machine and that the two batteries on the right side of the P-touch are inserted with their positive poles pointing to the top end of the machine. Always replace all four batteries at the same time using brand new ones. 5) Insert the tape cassette. For details on inserting the tape cassette, refer to Installing/ changing the tape cassette. 6) Attach the back cover by inserting the two hooks on the bottom end of the cover into the matching slots on the bottom end of the machine, then pushing down firmly on the cover until it snaps into place. Installing/changing the tape cassette 1) Remove the back cover by pressing in the rough area at the top end of the machine and pulling off the cover. 2) If a tape cassette is already installed, remove it by pulling it straight out. 3) Make sure that the end of the tape feeds under the tape guides as shown. (Fig. 4) If you are installing a new tape cassette, be sure to remove the paper tab. 4) Insert the tape cassette, making sure that it snaps into place. Make sure that the tape cassette fits properly around the two guides in the cassette compartment. (Fig. 5) 5) Attach the back cover by inserting the two hooks on the bottom end of the cover into the matching slots on the bottom end of the machine, then pushing down firmly on the cover until it snaps into place. (Fig. 6) The amount of tape remaining in the cassette is visible through the window on the back of the machine. When green tape is fed out, the tape cassette is empty. Cleaning the Thermal print head When dust accumulates on the print head, blank horizontal lines appear through the printed label. If this occurs, clean the print head. 1) Turn off the machine. 2) Remove the back cover by pressing in the rough area at the top end of the machine and pulling off the cover, and then remove the tape cassette. 3) Use a dry cotton swab to gently wipe the thermal print head and the rubber pinch roller with an up-and-down motion. (Fig. 7) 4) Insert the tape cassette, and then attach the back cover by inserting the two hooks on the bottom end of the cover into the matching slots on the bottom end of the machine, then pushing down firmly on the cover until it snaps into place. 5) Turn on the machine, enter some text, and then press R. 6) If blank lines still appear in the printed label, repeat steps 1 through 4 using a cotton swab dipped in isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol. Accessories The following accessories are available for the PT-55. Tapes supplies may differ by country. The stylish and portable PT-55 allows you to quickly and easily print labels anywhere you go. Simply switch on the machine, enter the text and print out your label. You can also choose from various character sizes, styles, and framing/ background patterns, in addition to underlining. You can also specify the length of the label. The text can be printed on either one or two lines and can include special symbols and accented characters. PT-55 uses 1/2" (12 mm) size tape in a variety of tape colors for creating personalized labels. FCC NOTICE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference...