Zebra Technologies Zebra S Series 105SL - Manual (Page 109)

Troubleshooting
Printer Diagnostics
11342L Rev. 8 6/4/2004 105SL User Guide 85
Printer Diagnostics
Self tests give information about the condition of the printer. The most commonly used are the
Power-On and the CANCEL self tests.
Power-On Self Test
A full Power-On Self Test (POST) is performed automatically each time the printer is turned
on (additional self tests can be performed by pressing CANCEL when you turn the printer on).
During either test sequence, the front panel lights and LCD monitor the progress of the POST.
If the printer fails any of these tests, the word
FAILED shows on the LCD. If this occurs,
notify an authorized Zebra reseller.
Additional Printer Self Tests
These self tests produce sample printouts and provide specific information that help determine
the operating conditions for the printer.
Each self test is enabled by pressing a specific front panel key or combination of keys while
turning the POWER on (l). Keep the key(s) depressed until the DATA light turns off. When the
POST is complete, the selected self test starts automatically.
Caution • Be sure that the print width is set to match the label width you are using before
running any self tests. If the labels are not wide enough, the test may print on the platen
roller and damage it.
Note • When performing self tests, do not send a label format to the printer. For remote hosts,
disconnect all data interface cables from the printer. For printers in Peel-Off Mode, remove the
labels as they come out of the printer.
When cancelling a self test prior to its actual completion, always turn the printer power off and
then back on to reset the printer.
If your media is not wide enough or long enough, unexpected or undesired results may occur.
Make sure that your print width is set correctly for the media you are using before you run any
self tests, otherwise the test may print out on the platen roller. See
PRINT WIDTH on page 47
for information on setting the print width.