v• Never cover or wrap up the scanner or AC adapter in a cloth or blanket.Doing so could cause the unit to heat up inside, deforming its housing, resulting in a fire.Always use the scanner and AC adapter in a well-ventilated area.• Keep the power cable of the AC adapter away from any heating equipment.Failure to do so could melt the sheathing, resulting in a fire or electrical shock.• Do not scratch or modify the scanner or its interface cable. Do not bend, twist, pull, or heat thecable.Doing so could damage the scanner or its interface cable, creating a fire hazard.• Do not put heavy material on the scanner or its interface cable, or allow the cable to get pressedunder heavy material.• Do not look into the light source from the scanning window or do not point the scanning window atother people's eyes.Eyesight may be damaged by direct exposure to this light.• Do not use the scanner if your hands are wet or damp.Doing so could result in an electrical shock.• Never use chemicals or organic solvents such as benzene and thinner to clean the housing. Do notapply insecticide to the scanner.Doing so could result in a marred or cracked housing, electrical shock or fire.• Do not use the scanner with anti-slip gloves containing plasticizer.The scanner housing may be broken, creating injuries, electrical shock, or fire.• When disconnecting the AC adapter from the wall socket, hold the AC adapter body not the powercable.The power cable may be broken, resulting in a burnt AC adapter, electrical shock, or fire.• During electrical storm activity, always unplug the AC adapter from the wall socket.Exposure to power surges could result in a damaged scanner or fire.• When taking care of the scanner, unplug the AC adapter from the wall socket for safety.Failure to do so could result in an electrical shock.• If the interface cable is damaged (e.g., exposed or broken lead wires), stop using it and contactyour nearest dealer.Failure to do so could result in a fire or electrical shock.• Do not drop the scanner.The scanner housing may be broken, creating injuries.Using the scanner whose housing is broken could result in smoke or fire.Unplug the AC adapter from the wall socket and contact your nearest dealer.