•Use only the power cord that came with the machine.

•Turn off the power and unplug the machine in the following conditions:

–When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.

–If liquid has spilled into the machine.

–If the machine has been exposed to rain or water.

–If the machine does not operate normally when you have followed the instructions in the guides included with your machine. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the instructions in the guides since improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal operation.

–If the machine has been dropped or damaged.

–If the machine exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for servicing.

Handling

WARNING

• Do not drop paper clips, staples, or other metal objects inside the machine. Also do not spill water, liquid, or flammable substances inside the machine. If these items come into contact with high-voltage parts inside the machine, it may result in fire or electrical shock. If these items are dropped or spilled in the machine, turn off the power and unplug the power cord immediately with dry hands. Then contact the Canon Customer Care Center.

• Do not use any highly flammable sprays near the machine. If gas from a spray comes into contact with the electrical components inside the machine, it will result in fire.

•There are high-voltage components inside the machine. If you are looking inside the machine to remove paper jams etc., do not allow metallic objects such as jewelry to come into contact with the inside of the machine. Contact may result in burns or electrical shock.

CAUTION

•Close the document cover gently to avoid catching your hand. Failing to do so may result in personal injury.

•Do not press down hard on the the document cover when using the platen glass to scan thick books. This may damage

the platen glass and document cover, and/or result in personal injury.

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