Powis Parker Fastback P31 PowisPrinter Keyboard Error Messages

However, the LCD also serves as a messageboard that tells operators when there are problems with the printer.This article will list the different Error messages that are commonlydisplayed on the PowisPrinter LCD and will provide you with a quickexplanation of their meaning.

Error #1: Please Remove Strip From Feed EntryThis error is usually caused by a chute jam. Your strip may have beenloaded incorrectly or might have become skewed as it entered the feedchute. Remove your strip, check the chute and try again.

Error #2: Strip Loading Error - Please Remove the Strip and Try AgainThis error has the same meaning as error #1. Remove the strip, checkthe feed chute for a potential jam and try feeding the strip again.

Error #3: Cartridge Empty - Please Insert A New One This error simply means that you need to insert a new foil cartridge into the printer in order to continue.

Error #4: Strip Too Short - Minimum Strip Length is 8.25 InchesIf you are trying to print a strip that has been cut down to a lengthshorter than 8.25 inches the machine will not work. Use a longer stripand then cut it afterwards if necessary. If you get this error whenprinting a strip longer than 8.25 inches long you will most likely needa service call to replace a damaged sensor.

Error #5: Strip Too Long - Maximum Strip Length is 14.0 InchesThis error can occur if you attempt to print a 14-7/8" long strip. Ifyou get this error when you are printing a strip less than 14 incheslong you will most likely need a service call to replace a damagedsensor.

Error #6: Wrong Strip Width This message issimply telling you that you are inserting the wrong strip width intothe machine. When designing your strip you can tell the PowisPrinterthe number of pages, thickness in inches or thickness in mm. ThePowisPrinter will choose the correct size of strip according to thesesettings. If you want to use another strip size you will need to changethis setting in your strip design.

Error #7: Hatch Open - Remove the Strip before ClosingThis message is usually telling you that there is a hatch jam thatneeds to be fixed before you can proceed with the printing. Open thehatch, fix the jam and try printing again.

Error #8: Strip Jammed: Open Hatch and Remove This error message has the same meaning as error #7. Remove the jammed strip and try printing again.

Error #9: Cartridge Door Open - Close Door to ResumeThis means that the side door on the unit is open or not completelylatched. Close the door and you should be able to proceed.

Error #10: Operation Printhead Is Too Hot - Wait 5 MinutesThis error can occur after prolonged printing with the PowisPrinter.You will need to wait for the printhead to cool down before proceeding.Maybe it is time for a coffee break.