Installation Location and Handling1-4Before You Start Using This Machine1Select a Safe Power Supply■ Avoid locations where a considerable amount of dust accumulates.■ Avoid locations near volatile or flammable materials, such as alcohol orpaint thinner.■ Avoid installing the machine near computers or other precision electronicequipment.Electrical interference and vibrations generated by the machine during printing canadversely affect the operation of such equipment.■ Avoid installing the machine near televisions, radios, or similar electronicequipment.The machine may interfere with sound and picture signal reception. Insert the power pluginto a dedicated power outlet, and maintain as much space as possible between themachine and other electronic equipment.■ Plug the machine into a standard 220 - 240 V AC, three-wire grounded outlet.■ Make sure that the power supply for the machine is safe, and has a steadyvoltage.■ Do not connect other electrical equipment to the same power outlet towhich the machine is connected.■ Do not connect the power cord to a multiplug power strip, as this maycause a fire or electrical shock.■ The power cord may become damaged if itis often stepped on or if heavy objects areplaced on it. Continued use of a damagedpower cord can lead to an accident, suchas a fire or electrical shock.■ The power cord should not be taut, as thismay lead to a loose connection and causeoverheating, which could result in a fire.■ If excessive stress is applied to the connection part of the power cord, itmay damage the power cord or the wires inside the machine maydisconnect. This could result in a fire. Avoid the following situations:- Connecting and disconnecting the power cord frequently- Tripping over the power cord- Bending the power cord near the connection part, and applyingcontinuous stress to the power outlet or the connection part- Applying excessive force on the power plug