IMPORTANT INFORMATION
18-4
MFC 4550/6550MC/7550MC
OP-US-5.0
Maintenance
8. This 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 with your dealer or local power
company.
9. This product is equipped with a 3-wire grounding type plug, a plug having a third
(grounding) pin. This plug will fit only into 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.
10. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where people
can walk on the cord.
11. If an extension cord is used (see page 2-8 of Setup Manual for Fax, Printer, Copier) 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 (U.S.A. only).
12. Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots since they may touch
dangerous voltage points or short out parts resulting in a risk of fire or electric shock.
Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
13. Do not attempt to service this product yourself because opening or removing covers may
expose you to dangerous voltage points and/or other risks and may void your warranty.
Refer all servicing to an Authorized Service Personnel. A list of Authorized Service
Centers has been included for your convenience, or you may contact the following
Customer Service Numbers for your nearest Authorized Service Center:
U.S.A. 1-800-284-4FAX (4329) (Voice)
1-908-271-1937 (Fax)
1-800-521-2846 (Fax-Back
SM
System)
Canada 1-800-853-6660 (Calling from within Canada 8:00 A.M. - 8:00 P.M. E.S.T.)
14. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to Authorized Service
Personnel under the following conditions:
A. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
B. If liquid has been spilled into the product.
C. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
D. If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are
followed. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions
since 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.
E. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service.
15. To protect your product against power surges, we recommend the use of a power protection
device (Surge Protector).