Safety and legal
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Important safety instructions A
1 Read all of these instructions.
2 Save them for later reference.
3 Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
4 Unplug this product from the wall socket before cleaning inside of the machine. DO NOT use
liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a dry lint-free soft cloth for cleaning.
5 DO NOT place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may fall, causing
serious damage to the product.
6 Slots and openings in the casing at 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 adequate
ventilation is provided.
7 This product should be connected to an AC power source within the range indicated on the
rating label. DO NOT connect it to a DC power source or inverter. If you are not sure, contact
a qualified electrician.
8 This product is equipped with a 3-wire grounded plug. This plug will only fit into a grounded
power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, call
your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. DO NOT defeat the purpose of the grounded
plug.
9 Use only the power cord supplied with this machine.
10 DO NOT allow anything to rest on the power cord. DO NOT place this product where people
can walk on the cord.
11 Use the product in a well-ventilated area.
12 The power cord, including extensions, should be no longer than 16.5 feet (5 metres).
DO NOT share the same power circuit with other high powered appliances, such as an air
conditioner, copier, shredder, and so on. If you cannot avoid using the printer with these
appliances, we recommend that you use a voltage transformer or a high-frequency noise filter.
Use a voltage regulator if the power source is not stable.
13 DO NOT place anything in front of the machine that will block received faxes. DO NOT place
anything in the path of received faxes.
14 Wait until pages have exited the machine before picking them up.
15 Unplug this product from the power socket and refer all servicing to Brother Authorized Service
Personnel under the following conditions:
When the power cord is damaged or frayed.
If liquid has been spilled into the product.
If the product has been exposed to rain or water.