Chapter 1 Before Using the Scanner

1-1 Important Safety Instructions

To ensure the safe operation of this scanner, be sure to read the safety warnings and precautions described below.

Installation Location

The performance of this scanner is affected by the environment in which it is installed. Make sure that the location where the scanner is installed meets the following environmental requirements.

• Provide adequate space around the scanner for operation, maintenance, and ventilation.

At least 3.9" (100 mm) when eject tray is empty.

15.7" (400 mm)

 

when the document

 

feed tray and

25.6" (650 mm)

document feed tray

when the document

extension are

feed tray and

closed.

document feed tray

 

 

extension are

 

open.

•If scanned documents are ejected to the back tray of the scanner, provide adequate space behind the scanner for documents ejected after being scanned. (See “Preparing the Document Eject Tray,” on p. 3-3.)

•Avoid installing the machine in direct sunlight. If this is unavoidable, use curtains to shade the scanner.

•Avoid locations where a considerable amount of dust accumulates.

•Avoid warm or humid locations, such as in the vicinity of a water faucet, water heater, or humidifier.

•Avoid locations where ammonia gas is emitted.

•Avoid locations near volatile or flammable materials, such as alcohol or paint thinner.

•Avoid locations that are subject to vibration.

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