For your safety
Laser radiation
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
RThe printer of this unit utilizes a laser. Use of controls
or adjustments or performance of procedures other
than those specified herein may result in hazardous
radiation exposure.
Laser diode properties
Laser output : Max. 10 mW
Wavelength : 760 nm - 800 nm
Emission duration : Continuous
IEC 60825-1 : 2007
LED light
CLASS 1 LED PRODUCT
RWhen using the unit, do not look directly at the CIS’s
LED light. Direct eye exposure can cause eye
damage.
CIS’s LED light properties
LED radiation output : Max. 1 mW
Wavelength :
Red 630 nm typical
Green 520 nm typical
Blue 465 nm typical
Emission duration : Continuous
Fuser unit
RDuring or immediately after printing, the fuser unit
(A) gets hot. This is normal. Do not touch the fuser
unit.
Note:
RThe area near the rear cover (B) may also get warm.
This is normal.

AB

For best performance
Toner cartridge
RWhen replacing the toner cartridge, do not allow dust,
water, or liquids to come in contact with it. This may
affect print quality.
RFor optimal performance, genuine Panasonic toner
cartridge is recommended. We cannot be
responsible for problems that may be caused by a
non-Panasonic toner cartridge:
Damage to the unit
Poor print quality
Improper operation
RDo not leave the toner cartridge out of the protective
bag for a long time. It will affect the printing quality.
RRead the instructions on page 10 before you begin
installation of the toner cartridge. After you have read
them, open the toner cartridge protective bag. The
toner cartridge contains a photosensitive drum.
Exposing it to light may damage the drum.
Do not expose the toner cartridge to light for more
than 5 minutes.
Do not touch or scratch the green drum surface.
Do not place the toner cartridge near dust or dirt,
or in a high humidity area.
Do not expose the toner cartridge to direct
sunlight.
RTo extend the life of the toner cartridge, the power
should never be turned OFF immediately after
printing. Leave the power turned ON for a minimum
of 30 minutes after printing.
Location
RTo avoid malfunction, do not position the unit near
appliances such as TVs or speakers which generate
an intense magnetic field.
Static electricity
RTo prevent static electricity damage to the interface
connectors or other electrical components inside the
unit, touch a grounded metal surface before touching
the components.
Environment
RKeep the unit away from electrical noise generating
devices, such as fluorescent lamps and motors.
RThe unit should be kept free from dust, high
temperature and vibration.
RThe unit should not be exposed to direct sunlight.
RDo not place heavy objects on top of the unit. When
you leave the unit unused for a long period of time,
unplug this unit from the power outlet.
RThe unit should be kept away from heat sources such
as heaters, kitchen stoves, etc. Damp basements
should also be avoided.
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