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User's Guide

Thank you for purchasing Brother's PT-2040. Use your new PT-2040

label maker to create labels for multiple applications. Select from the

many frames, character sizes, and styles to design beautiful custom

labels. In addition, the variety of Tape Cassettes available allows you

to print labels with different widths and exciting colors.

Please read this guide, including all Precautions, before using

this machine. After reading this guide, keep it in a safe place.

General Precautions

• Depending on the location, material, and environmental conditions,

the label may unpeel or become irremovable, the color of the label

may change or be transferred to other objects. Before applying the

label, check the environmental conditions and the material.

• Do not use the label maker in any way or for any purpose not

described in this guide. Doing so may result in accidents or

damage the label maker.

• Use Brother TZe tapes with the label maker. Do not use tapes

that do not have the

• Only use a soft, dry cloth to clean the label maker; never use

alcohol or other organic solvents.

• Use a soft, lint free cloth to clean the print head. Never touch the

print head directly with your hands.

• Do not put any foreign objects into the tape exit slot, AC Adapter

connector, battery compartment, etc.

• Do not place the label maker / batteries / AC Adapter in direct

sunlight or rain, near heaters or other hot appliances, in any

location exposed to extremely high or low temperatures (e.g., on

the dashboard or in the back of your car) or high humidity, or in

dusty locations.

• Do not apply excessive pressure to the Tape Cutter Lever.

• Do not try to print if the cassette is empty; it will damage the print

head.

• Do not pull the tape while printing or feeding; it will damage the

tape and the label maker.

• Any data stored in memory will be lost due to failure, repair of the

label maker, or if the battery expires.

• The label maker is not equipped with a charging feature for

rechargeable batteries.

• The printed text may differ from the text that appears on the LCD.

• The length of the printed label may differ from the displayed the

label length.

• A protective clear plastic sticker is placed over the display during

manufacturing and shipping. This sticker should be removed prior to use.

• When power is disconnected for more than five minutes, all text,

format settings and any text files stored in the memory will be

cleared.

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Safety Precautions

WARNING

Follow these guidelines to avoid the risk of fire, burns,

injury, electric shocks, rupture, overheating, abnormal

odors or smoke.

• When the label maker is not being used, store it out of the reach

of children. In addition, do not allow children to put the label maker

parts or labels in their mouths. If any object has been swallowed,

seek medical attention.

• Always use the specified voltage and the suggested AC Adapter

(AD-24ESA-01/AD-24ESAW-01) for the label maker to prevent

any damage or failure.

• Do not touch the label maker during a lightning storm.

• Do not use the label maker / AC Adapter in places of high

humidity such as bathrooms.

• Do not overload the power cord.

• Do not place heavy objects on, or damage the power cord or

plug. Do not forcibly bend or pull the power cord. Always hold the

AC Adapter when disconnecting from the power outlet.

• Make sure that the plug is fully inserted to the power outlet. Do not

use an outlet that is loose.

• Do not allow the label maker / AC Adapter / power plug / batteries

to get wet, for example, by handling them with wet hands or

spilling beverages on to them.

• Loss of eyesight may result when leaked fluid from batteries gets

into your eyes. If leaked fluid gets into your eyes, immediately

rinse your eyes with a large amount of clean water, and then

immediately seek medical attention.

• Do not disassemble or modify the label maker / AC Adapter /

batteries.

• Do not allow metal objects to contact the battery.

• Do not use sharp objects, such as tweezers or a metallic pen, to

change the batteries.

• Do not throw the batteries into fire or expose to heat.

• Disconnect the AC Adapter and remove batteries immediately

and stop using the label maker if you notice abnormal odor,

heat, discoloration, deformation or anything unusual while using

or storing it.

• Do not use a damaged or leaking battery as the fluid may get on

your hands.

• Do not use a deformed or leaking battery or one whose label is

damaged. There is a possibility of generating heat.

CAUTION

Follow these guidelines to avoid personal injury,

liquid leakage, burns or heat.

• Do not touch metal parts around the print head immediately after

printing.

• Do not touch the cutter blade.

• If leaked fluid from batteries gets on your skin or clothes,

immediately rinse them with clean water.

• Remove the batteries and disconnect the AC Adapter if you do

not intend to use the label maker.

• Do not use a battery other than that specified. Do not use

combinations of old and new batteries or combinations of

different types, different charging levels, different manufacturers

or different models. Do not insert a battery with its plus and minus

ends reversed.

• Do not drop or hit the label maker / AC Adapter.

• Do not press on the LCD display.

• Do not put your finger inside the label maker when you close the

Cassette Cover.

Indicates a potentially

hazardous situation which, if

not avoided, could result in

death or serious injuries.

Indicates a potentially

hazardous situation which, if

not avoided, may result in

minor or moderate injuries.