MH Label Printer Help

Introduction

MH Label Printer is a simple tool to print labels for manufactured homes. It is designed to be used with a ColorWorks 6000Au Printer. It is written in python and uses the PySide6 library for the GUI. It is designed to be used on Windows 10 but should work on other versions of Windows as well. 

Company Printer Information:

• Epson ColorWorks CW-C6000 Series Printer Overview

• Epson ColorWorks CW-C6000 Series Printer Set-Up

• Epson ColorWorks CW-C6000 Series User’s Guide

Installation

Installation is handled by the Windows Installer. The installer will install the program and the required dependencies. After installation, the program will be available in the Start Menu. All files will be installed to the C:\FCAO Software\MH Label Printer directory. The installer will also create a shortcut on the desktop. 

Usage

1. The program accepts a parcel number or a range of parcel numbers. To use a range, flip the toggle in the title bar (“Batch Print”). A label will be printed for each parcel number in the range. 

2. The program will automatically detect the printer. If the printer is not detected, an error will be displayed. 

3. Parcel numbers are restricted to valid formats. The program will not accept invalid parcel numbers. 

Troubleshooting

If the printer is jammed, follow the steps below. Otherwise follow the instructions presented on the printer’s display 

1. Open the front cover. 

2. Ensure there is nothing obstructing the print head. 

3. Close the front cover. 

4. Open the top cover. 

5. Raise the paper release lever, pictured below 

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6. Remove the paper by GENTLY sliding it towards the back of the printer.

7. Once the paper is free, lower the paper release lever back to its original position.

8. Slowly feed the paper back into the printer, until the auto feed sensor detects the paper and takes over.

9. Close the top cover.

10. Press the Pause button on the printer screen to resume printing.

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