Dymo LABELMANAGER 280 Label Tapes

The Dymo LabelManager 280 label printer is known for its portability. This label printer is best for offices that have huge label printing needs. Although this label printer has limited labeling options, but it is quite inexpensive. As this printer uses Dymo Labelmanager 280 Label Tapes, therefore running costs are reduced.

The whole operation of Dymo LabelManager 280, right from inserting the labels to the output of the labels, is quite easy. This label printer comes with a sleek and compact design. There is also an LCD display and a QWERTY keypad present. This label machine also consists of a manual cutter as well as a port for an AC adapter. This label printer can handle 3 label sizes - ¼, ⅜ and ½ inches of labels.

The Dymo LabelManager 280 offers a variety of styling and effects - over 200 symbols, 9 boxes, 6 text styles and 6 font sizes. This label printer has a built-in memory that can store up to 9 labels and it is PC and Mac compatible. Except printing of characters, the Dymo LabelManager 280 can also deliver clip art.

• Rechargeable and highly portable
• PC and Mac compatible
• Auto shut-off feature present
• Can deliver clip art
• Print preview option present

• Limited labeling options
• Low built-in memory
• Maximum half an inch tapes can only be handled
• Could use a backlit LCD display

• Dymo D45010 S0720500 Black on Clear Labeling Tape
• Dymo D40913 S0720680 Black on White Labeling Tape
• Dymo S0720530 45013 Black on White Labeling Tape

Conclusion:
The Dymo LabelManager 280 is a rechargeable and highly portable label printer that is the right choice for offices with huge printing needs. The running costs are reduced due to Dymo Labelmanager 280 Label Tapes. This label printer has a print preview option, an auto shut-off feature is present and can deliver clip-art. But the problem with the printer is that it has limited labeling options, a low built-in memory and the maximum label size that it can handle is quite small.

Q. I am not able to get the clear prints. Does cleaning the printheads will improve the results? If yes then how?
A. The issue of getting blurred prints can be because of clogged print heads that need cleaning. To clean the printheads, follow the steps below:

1. Remove the label cassette.
2. Remove the cleaning tool from the label compartment cover.
3. Gently wipe the padded side of the tool across the print head to clean it.

Q. What should I do if got the error message that ‘Too many lines are printed for the selected label width’?
A. One can get this type of message if the length of the label exceeds the limit.

• Delete some or all of the buffer text.
• Decrease the text size.
• Delete lines to fit on the label width.
• Insert a wider Dymo Labelmanager 280 Label Tape.
• Change to a variable length label

Q. How to improve the poor print quality issue of Dymo Labelmanager 280?
A. Poor prints can affect the day to day printing needs that must be improved. There are many ways to improve the poor prints of the labels, that are:

• Attach the charging adapter to the label maker to recharge the battery pack. See how can you recharge the battery pack by referring the user manual.
• Clean the print head if there are any clogged ones
• Ensure that the Dymo Labelmanager 280 Label Tape is installed properly.
• Replace the label cassette if you get any inappropriate results.

Q. Can I print clipart with the Dymo Labelmanager 280?
A. Yes, except printing of characters this label printer can deliver clip art also.

Q. Does the Dymo Labelmanager 280 support other languages also?
If yes then how can I change the language setting in it?
A.Yes, you can change the display language for the label maker so that you can work in a language that is most familiar to you.

To change the language

1. Press the menu button and then select settings and press OK.
2. Select the current language, and then press.
3. Press up or down arrow key to select the desired language, and then press the OK button.

Q. Can I set the width of the label to the desired length?
A. Yes, each time you insert a label cassette into the label maker, you are prompted to set the label width so that the label maker knows what actual size of the label you are currently using. Some of the features are also available for designing labels that depend on the width of the label. You can change the label width setting anytime, regardless of what label cassette is actually inserted in the label maker.

Q. What is the shelf life of the Dymo Labelmanager 280 label tape, if stored properly?
A. In general, the label tapes come with a shelf life of up to 18 months if stored properly at cool and dry places with all the safety measures in mind.

Q. What is the length of your Dymo Labelmanager 280 label tape in a single pack?
A. The length of the label tape is around 4 meters in a single pack.

Q. My Motor is stalled due to a label jam. Please let me know how can I clear it?
A. This might happen to you when you insert the new Dymo Labelmanager 280 label tape in the machine.

• Open the label cartridge compartment and remove the cartridge.
• Remove jammed label, clearing the jam.
• Clean the cutter blade.
• Make sure that the label passes smoothly through the label guides on label cartridge and the label and ribbon are taut across the mouth of the cartridge. You can also refer the manual for the process of inserting the Dymo Labelmanager 280 label tape properly in the machine.