Important Safety Instructions

1Read all of these instructions.

2Save them for later reference.

3Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.

4Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

5Do not use this product near water.

6Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may fall, causing serious damage to the product.

7Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation; to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heater. This product should never be placed in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.

8This product should be operated from the type of power source indicated on the label. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or local power company.

9This product is equipped with a 3-wire grounding type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This plug will fit into only a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the purpose of the grounding-type plug.

10Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not place this product where people can walk on the cord.

11If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total ampere ratings on the products plugged into the extension cord do not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes (USA only).

12Do not place anything in front of the machine that will block received faxes. Do not place anything in the path of received faxes.

13Wait until pages have exited the machine before picking them up.

14Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots, since they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts resulting in the risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

15Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points and/or other risks, and may void your warranty. Refer all servicing to Authorized Service Personnel. A list of Authorized Service Centers has been included for your convenience, or you may contact Customer Service for your nearest Brother Authorized Service Center. (See Brother Numbers, page i. )

16This product does not have an ON/OFF switch. Therefore, it is very important that you have easy access to the main plug and the main socket to which the plug is connected, in case the main power to the fax machine must be disconnected quickly.

17Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to Authorized Service Personnel under the following conditions:

AWhen the power cord is damaged or frayed.

BIf liquid has been spilled into the product.

CIf the product has been exposed to rain or water.

DIf the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. 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.

EIf the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.

FIf the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service.

18To protect your product against power surges, we recommend the use of a power protection device (Surge Protector).

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