CHAPTER 1 MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION
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D.
Storing and Handling the Cartridge
The cartridge is subject to the effects of the environment whether its packing seal is intact or
removed or whether it is inside the machine or otherwise, changing over time regardless of the
number of copies made. The degree of change is highly dependent on the site of installation and
how it is maintained, and no general rule may be drawn; however, it is important to exercise care
when storing or handling it.
D-1. Storing the Cartridge with the Packaging Seal Intact
If you are storing the cartridge in a warehouse or workshop, be sure that the environment is as
indicated in Table 1-1; in addition, keep the following in mind:
• Avoid direct rays of the sun.
• Avoid vibration.
• Do not subject it to impact (as by hitting or dropping it).
Table 1-1 Temperature/Humidity Conditions for Storage
Temperature
between -20°C/-4°F and 40°C/104°F
Humidity
90% or less
between 0°C/32°F and 35°C/95°F
between 35°C/95°F and 45°C/113°F
between -20°C/-4°F and 0°C/32°F
from 40°C/104°F to 15°C/59°F
from -20°C/-4°F to 25°C/77°F
between 35% and 85% RH
between 85% and 95% RH
between 10% and 35% RH
between 613.3 and 1013.3
(hPa; 0.6 to 1 atm)
Temperature
Normal (9/10 of entire storage period)
Harsh (1/10 of entire storage period)
Temperature changes (within 3-min period; approx.)
Normal (9/10 of entire storage period)
Harsh (1/10 of entire storage period)
Atmospheric pressure
High temperature
Low temperature
Humidity
High humidity
Low humidity
Table 1-2 Conditions for Transportation
