xivImportant Safety InstructionsPlease read these instructions thoroughly before operating the machine. As theseinstructions are intended to prevent injury to the user or other persons ordestruction of property, always pay attention to these instructions. Also, since it mayresult in unexpected accidents or injuries, do not perform any operation unlessotherwise specified in the manual. Improper operation or use of this machine couldresult in personal injury and/or damage requiring extensive repair that may not becovered under your Limited Warranty.InstallationWARNING• Do not install the machine near alcohol, paint thinner, or other flammablesubstances. If flammable substances come into contact with electrical parts insidethe machine, it may result in a fire or electrical shock.• Do not place the following items on the machine. If these items come into contactwith a high-voltage area inside the machine, it may result in a fire or electrical shock.If these items are dropped or spilled inside the machine, immediately disconnect thepower cord from the power outlet. Then, contact Canon Authorized Service Facilitiesor the Canon Customer Care Center.- Necklaces and other metal objects- Cups, vases, flowerpots, and other containers filled with water or liquidsCAUTION• Do not install the machine in unstable locations, such as unsteady platforms orinclined floors, or in locations subject to excessive vibrations, as this may cause themachine to fall or tip over, resulting in personal injury.• Never block the ventilation slots and louvers on the machine. These openings areprovided for proper ventilation of working parts inside the machine. Blocking theseopenings can cause the machine to overheat. Never place the machine on a softsurface, such as a sofa or rug.