❑Protect the light-sensitive drum from exposure to light any longer than necessary. Overexposing the drum may cause abnormally dark or light areas to appear on the printed page and reduce the service life of the drum. Also, do not open the drum’s protective cover.

❑Try not to touch the toner and avoid contact with your eyes.

❑Do not use a cartridge for at least one hour after moving it from a cool to a warm environment.

❑Avoid touching the glass in front of the laser beam; otherwise, print quality may decline.

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To get the best print quality, do not store the imaging cartridge in an area subject to direct sunlight, dust, salty air, or corrosive gasses (such as ammonia). Avoid locations subject to high temperatures or humidity, or abrupt changes in temperature or humidity. Also, be sure to keep the cartridge out of the reach of children.

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