50AppendixSafety InformationWarnings and CautionsThis guide uses the following icons to indicate situations that could cause damage or injury:Always follow the instructions provided in Warnings to prevent potential or serious personalinjury or death as a result of careless operation of the equipment.Always follow the instructions provided in Cautions to prevent minor injuries to yourself ordamage to the equipment as a result of careless operation of the equipment.Read and follow all of these cautions and warnings to ensure the safe use of the printer. To avoid the hazards offire, personal injury, or damage to the printer, never attempt to use the printer in any way other than themethods described in this guide.Choosing a LocationNever place the printer near flammable solvents such as alcohol or thinner. To avoid thehazards of fire or electric shock, keep all flammable liquids away from the printer.• Never set the printer on a surface that is unstable or subject to excessive vibration. The printer could tip or falland cause injury.• Never use the printer in a location that is subject to high humidity, dust, high temperatures, or directsunlight.• Set up and use the printer in a location where ambient temperature is within 41°F–95°F (5°C–35°C) and10%–90% humidity with no condensation.Never place the printer on a thick carpet or rug. Fibers or dust entering the printer could causea fire.Keep the power outlet for the printer free of all obstacles so you can unplug the power cord atany time. Such obstacles could prevent you from unplugging the printer when a printer faultoccurs and cause a fire or electric shock. The socket-outlet should be installed near theequipment and should be easily accessible.• Always carry the printer with both hands holding both ends of the printer. To avoid dropping the printer andcausing injury, always carry it carefully when moving it to another location.Power SupplyNever attempt to plug the power cord into a power outlet when your hands are wet. To avoidelectric shock, make sure that your hands are dry.• Always push the plug completely into the power outlet. A loose or poorly connected plug could cause a fire orelectric shock.Never cut, modify, stretch, bend, or twist the power cord, and never place heavy objects on thepower cord. A power leak from a damaged power cord could cause a fire or electric shock.Never plug the printer power cord into a power outlet (power board, double adapter, etc.) thatis shared by other devices or office equipment. To prevent the hazards of fire or electric shock,avoid overloading power points.• Never use the printer if the power cord is bundled or knotted. To prevent the hazards of fire or electric shock,make sure the power cord is straight.If you detect smoke, unusual odors, or strange noises around the printer, immediately pressthe POWER button to turn off the printer and disconnect the power plug. To avoid fire or electricshock, never use the printer under these conditions. Call the Customer Care Center.