Ricoh A-P4, Service Manual

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Safety Instructions for Toner and Ink
This section describes information for users in regard to the use of toner and ink.
Accidental Physical Exposure
- PPC Toner Exposure -
• Work carefully when removing paper jams or replacing toner bottles or cartridges to avoid spilling
toner on clothing or the hands.
• If toner is inhaled, immediately gargle with large amounts of cold water and move to a well ventilated
location. If there are signs of irritation or other problems, seek medical attention.
• If toner gets on the skin, wash immediately with soap and cold running water.
• If toner gets into the eyes, flush the eyes with cold running water or eye wash. If there are signs of
irritation or other problems, seek medical attention.
• If toner is swallowed, drink a large amount of cold water to dilute the ingested toner. If there are signs
of any problem, seek medical attention.
• If toner spills on clothing, wash the affected area immediately with soap and cold water. Never use
hot water! Hot water can cause toner to set and permanently stain fabric.
- Ink Exposure -
• If ink gets on the skin, wash the affected area immediately with soap and cold running water.
• If ink gets into the eyes, immediately flush the eyes with cold running water. If there are signs of irritation
or other problems, seek medical attention.
• If ink is swallowed, drink a strong solution of cold water and table salt to induce vomiting. Seek medical
attention.
• Ink is difficult to remove from fabric. Work carefully to avoid staining clothing when performing routine
maintenance replacing ink packs or ink cartridges.
Handling and Storing Toner and Ink
- Handling and Storing PPC Toner -
• Toner, used toner, and developer are extremely flammable. Never store toner, developer, toner
cartridges, or toner bottles (including empty toner bottles or cartridges) in a location where they will
be exposed to high temperature or an open flame.
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