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Important Safety Notices
Prevention of Physical Injury
1. Before disassembling or assembling parts of the copier and peripherals, make sure that the copier
power cord is unplugged.
2. The wall outlet should be near the copier and easily accessible.
3. If any adjustment or operation check has to be made with exterior covers off or open while the
main switch is turned on, keep hands away from electrified or mechanically driven components.
4. The copier drives some of its components when it completes the warm-up period. Be careful to
keep hands away from the mechanical and electrical components as the copier starts operation.
5. The inside and the metal parts of the fusing unit become extremely hot while the copier is operating.
Be careful to avoid touching those components with your bare hands.
Health Safety Conditions
1. Toner and developer are non-toxic, but if you get either of them in your eyes by accident, it may
cause temporary eye discomfort. Immediately wash eyes with plenty of water. If unsuccessful, get
medical attention.
2. The copier, which use high voltage power source, can generate ozone gas. High ozone density is
harmful to human health. Therefore, the machine must be installed in a well-ventilated room.
Observance of Electrical Safety Standards
The copier and its peripherals must be serviced by a customer service representative who has completed
the training course on those models.
• Keep the machine away from flammable liquids, gases, and aerosols. A fire or an explosion
might occur.
• The Controller board on this machine contains a lithium battery. The danger of explosion exists if a
battery of this type is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or an equivalent type
recommended by the manufacturer. Discard batteries in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions and local regulations.
• The optional fax and memory expansion units contain lithium batteries, which can explode if
replaced incorrectly. Replace only with the same or an equivalent type recommended by the
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