Appendix43If you detect smoke, unusual odors, or strange noises around the printer, immediatelyunplug the printer. To avoid fire or electric shock, never use the printer under theseconditions. Call the Customer Care Center.• Always grasp the plug when you unplug the power cord. Pulling on the power cord could damage the cord andcause a fire or electric shock.Never use an extension cord. To avoid a fire or electric shock, always plug the power corddirectly into the power outlet.Never use a power supply voltage other than that supplied in the country where youpurchased the printer. Using incorrect voltage could cause a fire or electric shock. Thecorrect power supply voltage for this printer is AC 120V, 60 Hz.Cleaning and Maintaining the PrinterUse only a slightly damp cloth to clean the printer. Never use flammable solvents likealcohol, benzene, thinner, etc. If a flammable solvent contacts an electrical componentinside the printer, a fire or electric shock could result.Always unplug the printer power cord before you clean the printer. If you mistakenly turnon the printer while cleaning it, you could touch moving components inside the printerand suffer injury.Never attempt to disassemble or modify the printer. The printer contains high voltagecomponents which could cause a fire or serious electric shock.Working Around the PrinterNever use flammable sprays near the printer. Gases in the spray could cause a fire orelectric shock if they come in contact with electrical components inside the printer.Never insert your fingers or hands inside the printer while it is printing. The printercontains moving parts which could cause injury.Never place anything on top of the printer, especially metal objects (paper clips, staples,etc.), or containers with flammable solvents (alcohol, thinners, etc.). Objects falling intothe printer could cause a fire or electric shock.If any foreign object, especially a piece of metal or liquid, falls into the printer,immediately unplug the printer, then call the Customer Care Center. Continuing to usethe printer after a foreign object has fallen into it could cause a fire or electric shock.Printhead and Ink TanksFor safety, always store printhead and ink tanks out of the reach of small children. If achild accidentally licks or ingests any ink, consult a physician immediately.Never subject a printhead or ink tank to shocks or excessive vibration. Shaking couldcause ink to leak and stain clothing.Never touch the printhead or electrical contacts on a printhead immediately afterremoving it from the printer. These metal parts become very hot during printing andcould cause minor burns.Using the Printer Near Appliances and Fluorescent Lamps• Allow at least 6 inches clearance between the printer and another appliance or a fluorescent lamp. Electricalnoise generated by a fluorescent lamp placed too close to the printer could cause the printer to malfunction.S200 QS.book Page 43 Tuesday, September 18, 2001 9:02 AM