•Turn OFF the control panel power switch for safety when the machine will not be used for a long period of time, such as overnight. Also, turn OFF the main power switch, and disconnect the power cord for safety when the machine will not be used for an extended period of time, such as during consecutive holidays.
•The laser beam can be harmful to human bodies. Since radiation emitted inside the product is completely confined within protective housings and external covers, the laser beam cannot escape from the machine during any phase of user operation.
Read the following remarks and instructions for safety.
•Never open covers other than those instructed in this manual.
•Do not remove the caution labels attached to the laser scanner unit inside the machine and next to the toner cartridge, behind the front cover.
•If the laser beam escapes from the machine, exposure may cause serious damage to your eyes.
Maintenance and InspectionsWARNING
•When cleaning the machine, first turn OFF the main power switch, and then disconnect the power cord. Failure to observe these steps may result in a fire or electrical shock.
•Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet regularly, and clean the area around the base of the power plug’s metal pins and the power outlet with a dry cloth to ensure that all dust and grime is removed. If the power cord is connected for a long period of time in a damp, dusty, or smoky location, dust can build up around the power plug and become damp. This may cause a short circuit and result in a fire.
•Clean the machine using a slightly dampened cloth with a mild detergent mixed with water. Do not use alcohol, benzene, paint thinner, or other flammable substances. Check detergent for flammability prior to use. If flammable substances come into contact with a
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