10Important Safety InstructionsTo ensure the safe operation of this scanner, make sure to read thesafety warnings and precautions described below.Installation LocationThe performance of this scanner is affected by the environment inwhich it is installed. Make sure that the location where the scanner isinstalled meets the following environmental requirements.● Provide adequate space around the scanner for operation,maintenance, and ventilation.● Provide adequate space in front of the scanner, as scanneddocuments are ejected from the front.● Avoid installing the scanner in direct sunlight. If this is unavoidable,use curtains to shade the scanner.● Avoid locations with excessive dust. Dust can have negative effectson the inner parts of the scanner.● Avoid warm or humid locations, such as in the vicinity of a waterfaucet, water heater, or humidifier, and avoid locations where thefumes from ammonia, paint thinner, or other volatile chemicals maybe present.● Avoid locations that are unstable or subject to vibration.● Avoid exposing the scanner to rapid changes in temperature. If theroom in which the scanner is installed is cold but rapidly heated,water droplets (condensation) may form inside the scanner. Thismay result in a noticeable degradation in scanning quality. Thefollowing conditions are recommended for optimal scanning quality:Room temperature: 59 to 90.5°F (15 to 32.5°C)Humidity: 25 to 80% (RH)● Avoid installing the scanner near equipment that generates amagnetic field (e.g., speakers, televisions, or radios).Moving the Scanner● When moving the scanner, make sure to carry it with both hands soas not to drop it. The scanner weighs approximately 2.2 lb (1.0 kg).● Make sure to disconnect any USB cables and AC adapters (notsupplied) when moving the scanner. If the scanner is carried withthese items connected, the plugs and connectors may be damagedor cause the scanner to fall and result in personal injury or damageto the scanner.AC Adapter (Not Supplied)● When using an AC adapter (not supplied) to power the unit, makesure to read the operating manual for the AC adapter.● Use only recommended AC adapters. In addition, do not use theseAC adapters with devices other than the scanner.● Using the AC adapter, you can obtain better scanning speed thanwhen using the USB cable by itself.● If you have any questions regarding the power supply, contact yourlocal authorized Canon dealer or service representative for furtherinformation.HandlingWARNING● Never place alcohol, benzene, paint thinner, or other flammablesubstances near the scanner.4" (100 mm)4" (100 mm)4" (100 mm)