Embossers

Taking care of your embosser

There are a few things we can keep in mind while using the embosser, which in return will provide us with higher-quality characters and ensure you will not have issues with the feed of your tape.

• Keep the following in mind when using the label maker:
• Letters appear where you want spaces – You are probably squeezing the embossing handle too hard.
• Letters overlap – The tape is slipping. This can happen when dirt or grease gets on the rollers. Clean the rollers by using a soft cloth and alcohol, while turning the tape advance knob back and forth several times.
• Avoid turning the embossing wheel at the same time you are squeezing the embossing handle. This can damage the character wheel.
• When punching a cable tie slot, make sure the label is well inserted and abutted against the end of the slot. If the label is not inserted to the end, a label jam may occur.
• It is recommended to regularly remove the label waste from the waste exit at the bottom of the machine.

Changing the wheel

You may want to switch your wheel to the Reverse Image Wheel or simply replace your original wheel due to wear.

To change the wheel

1. Remove the tape.
2. Unscrew the screw in the center of the embossing wheel (G) and remove the wheel.
3. Position the new wheel.
4. Insert the screw in the center and tighten. Do not tighten the screw too tightly.

Punching holes in non-adhesive tapes

You can choose to punch one or two holes in non-adhesive labels so that the labels can be attached using screws, nails, rivets, and metal or plastic wires or ties. You can also punch a cable tie slot in one or both ends of the label.

To punch a hole

1. Insert one end of the cut label into the hole punch slot (L).
2. Lift the cutting handle (I) to the vertical position to punch a hole.

To punch a cable tie slot

1. Insert one end of the cut label into the cable tie slot (K) with the letters facing down. The letters must face down to ensure the bridge of the slot is on the same side of the label as the characters. Make sure to allow enough room for the tie-buckle before and/or after the letters. A cable tie slot positioned on top of the characters or a punched hole may cause the tape to jam.
2. Lift the cutting handle (I) to the vertical position to punch the slot.

Centering text on the tape

The trailer length guide (N) has positioning marks for a short (S) or long label (L). Use the marks on the guide to center the text on your label.

To center the text on a long label

1. After cutting the previous label, emboss the text on a new label.
2. Pull the trailer length guide (N) to the forward position.
3. Advance the tape until the last embossed letter is opposite the L on the guide. The label has a leader/trailer of approximately 5 cm (2″) and the text is centered.
4. Lift the cutting handle (I) to the vertical position to cut the label.

To center the text on a short label

1. Retract the tape until the tape edge is at the start line (D).
2. Emboss the text on your label.
3. Advance the tape until the last embossed letter is opposite the S on the guide. The label has a leader/trailer of approximately 3 cm (1.5″) and the text is centered.
4. Lift the cutting handle (I) to the vertical position to cut the label.

Retracting the tape

You may want to retract the tape for example, if the tape advanced too far or to remove the tape from the embosser.

To retract the label

1. Pull back the pawl (E).
2. Turn the tape advance knob (C) counter-clockwise.

To remove the label

1. Retract the tape as described above.
2. Open the tape cassette door (A) and remove the tape.

Please use caution when removing stainless steel tape as it may have sharp edges.

Adjustment for stainless steel tape

The stainless steel tape requires a different amount of pressure to emboss clearly. For this reason, you may need to adjust the label maker to emboss properly when using stainless steel tape.

To adjust for stainless steel label, turn the adjustment screw (J) clockwise 3/4 to 1 turn.

When you return to using aluminum tape, simply reverse this adjustment.

Embossing characters

To emboss a label

1. Turn the character selection wheel (G) until the desired letter is centered in the window (H).
2. Squeeze the embossing handle (F) firmly.
3. Release the embossing handle fully before selecting the next character.

To add space between words

Squeeze embossing handle (F) half-way (one click) or turn the label
advance knob clockwise (one click per space).

Please note: Avoid turning the embossing wheel at the same time you are squeezing the embossing handle. This can damage the character wheel.

Loading tape

Originally, the DYMO M1011 is set to emboss non-adhesive aluminum tape.

To load the tape roll

1. Hold the label maker in your left hand.
2. Open tape cassette door (A).
3. Insert roll of tape allowing the end to extend about 5 cm (2″) through the label slot.
4. Close the tape cassette door.
5. Feed the tape between the two rollers (B).
6. Squeeze the embossing handle (F) half-way (one click) several times to ensure the tape is visible at the tape exit.

This article will guide you on how to troubleshoot your embosser.
The most common cause for an issue with the printer is a tape rest stuck in the device or the trigger not activating and feeding the tape properly.

If your embosser does not feed, prints blank or dots or does not cut the tape, please follow the steps below.

1. Remove the tape from the device.
2. Check if there is any tape stuck in the device.
3. If yes, remove it. You can use tweezers or a small paper clip to assist with clearing the jam.
4. Check that the two discs align properly. On the discs, at the level of the cutting blade, you will find two arrows or a wide plastic block. These should be on top of each other. (OMEGA and XPress only)
5. If not, please align the two discs correctly. Holding the top wheel of the device, turn the bottom wheel until the center of the cutter in the top aligns to the wide plastic block of the bottom wheel. There should be a click sound when the wheels are aligned correctly.
6. Press the print mechanism 3 times, without tape inserted.
7. Reinsert the tape.
8. Make a test print.