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In the interest of safety, please observe the following pre- cautions:

POWER REQUIREMENT

This Digital monochrome printer is designed for operation on 120/220-240V AC 50/60Hz in U.S.A and Canada, 220-240V AC 50/60Hz in Europe. Never connect to any outlet or power supply having a different voltage or fre-

quency.

WARNING : THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED.

AVERTISSEMENT : CET APPAREIL DOIT ETRE MIS A LA TERRE.

This equipment is classified as class I, type B according to the type of protection against electric shock.

PROTECTIVE MEASURES

IF ABNORMALITIES ARISE, . . .

Use of the unit during emission of smoke or abnormal sounds (without adopting countermeasures) is dangerous. In such a case, unplug the power cord from the source outlet immediately, and request maintenance services from the sales dealer.

NEVER INSERT ANY OBJECT INTO THE UNIT Foreign objects of any kind inserted into this unit constitute a safety hazard and can cause extensive damage.

If any object should be inserted into the unit, unplug the power cord, then contact the sales dealer.

DO NOT PLACE ANYTHING ON THE UNIT

Heavy objects placed on the unit can cause damage or obstruct proper ventilation.

PROTECT THE POWER CORD

Damage to the power cord may cause fire or shock haz- ard. When unplugging, hold by the plug only and remove carefully.

Never put a heavy thing on the power cord. The cord may be damaged causing a fire or electric shock.

DO NOT PLACE WATER CONTAINERS ON THE UNIT Do not place flower vases, and other water-holding containers on the unit. If, for some reason, water seeps to the inside of the unit, unplug the power cord from the source outlet, and contact the sales dealer. If used without corrective measures, the unit may be damaged.

DO NOT REMOVE THE CABINET

Touching internal parts is dangerous, besides, it may lead to malfunction. Contact the sales dealer to carry out internal checks and/or adjustments. Before opening the cover for eliminating a jammed paper, etc., be sure to disconnect the power cord plug.

PLACE THE UNIT ON A HORIZONTAL LEVEL

The unit is likely to be affected if it is placed in slanted conditions or in unstable places.

PROTECT AGAINST DEW FORMATION

In extremely cold regions, if the unit is moved quickly from an extremely cold place to a warmer one, dew is likely to be formed. If dew is formed, printing is not possible.

OPERATING AMBIENT TEMPERATURE RANGE

The operating ambient temperature range is 5°C-40°C (41°F-104°F), and humidity of 20-80%.

BE CAREFUL AROUND PRINT PAPER EXIT SLIT

Do not insert your hand or any material into the paper exit slit during printing.

Do not touch the cutter blade inside the paper exit slit. Otherwise, your finger will be injured.

DO NOT TOUCH THE THERMAL HEAD AND CUTTER Do not touch your hand to the thermal head (located inside the unit) and the cutter blade.

The thermal head is heated to high temperature. This may cause injury.

INSTALLATION LOCATIONS

MAINTAIN GOOD VENTILATION

Ventilation slots and holes are provided on sides of this unit.

Place the unit on a hard and level surface and locate at least 4" (10cm) from walls to ensure proper ventilation.

UNSUITABLE LOCATIONS

Avoid shaky places or hot-springs areas where hydrogen sulfide and acidic ions are likely to be generated.

PLACES WITH HIGH HUMIDITY AND DUST

Do not place the unit at locations with high humidity and/or dust. They can cause extensive damage.

Avoid places where the unit is likely to contact oily fumes and vapors.

PLACES NOT LIKELY TO BE EXTREMELY HOT Places exposed to direct sunlight, or near heating appliances can attain extremely high temperatures, which may deform the cabinet, or can become a prime cause of damage.

SET THE UNIT ON A FLAT PLACE

Do not use the unit in the state inclined ±20° in vertical or horizontal direction, or in an unstable place.

It will disturb paper feeding or ventilation, or affects the set.

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