•Place the printer on a solid foundation. Avoid setting it on carpet, chairs, or unstable surfaces.

•Use a grounded outlet; don’t use an adapter plug.

•Avoid using electrical outlets that are controlled by wall switches— if you accidentally turn off a switch, you could wipe out valuable information and stop your printing.

•Keep your printer and computer away from base units for cordless telephones.

•Avoid using an outlet on the same circuit breaker with large electri- cal machines or appliances that might disrupt the flow of power to your printer.

•Protect your printer from direct sunlight, and keep it away from excessive heat, moisture, and dust. Make sure it’s not too close to a heater or other heat source.

Once you’ve found a suitable location, look over the following illustrations to familiarize yourself with the FX-286.

Figure 1-3. Front view of FX-286

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