QL-800 User Guide 978 Safety Warnings and PrecautionsBefore using this printer, please read this section thoroughly. Warnings to heed andimportant matters are described here to prevent user injury and printer damage.Do not attempt to operate this printer in any way other than those mentioned in the UserGuide.LocationMake sure there is sufficient space around the printer.Warning• Never place items on the printer. If such items were to fall on the printer, this couldcause a fire, electrical shock, or damage to the printer.• The electrical contacts inside the printer become extremely hot during normaloperation. To avoid causing a fire, never store flammable substances like alcohol,thinner, etc. near the printer.CautionAvoid using the printer in the following types of locations.• Where the printer is exposed to open air or high humidity. This could cause a fire,serious electrical shock, or damage to the printer. Also, if the printer is carried intoa warm room on a cold day, this could cause condensation inside the printer. If thishappens, allow the printer to sit for at least 1 hour at room temperature to adapt tothe ambient temperature and humidity.• Never place the printer on a slanted or unstable stand or table. If the printer isdropped or slides off, this could cause personal injury.• Never expose the printer to dust. This could cause a fire, serious electrical shock,or damage to the printer. Also, never locate the printer near a water faucet or in anyother location where it will be exposed to water. This could cause serious electricalshock.• Never set up the printer in a location that is exposed to direct sunlight, hightemperature, or open flame. This could cause a fire or electrical shock.• Use the printer in an environment where temperature and humidity are within theranges of 41 to 95 degrees Fahrenheit (5 to 35 degrees Celsius) and 20% to 80%RH (with no condensation).• Never block the ventilation ports on the printer. A blocked ventilation port couldcause heat to build up inside the printer and cause a fire. Also, place the printer inan area where you can disconnect the power cord immediately; keep the areaaround the power cord connection free of obstacles. This allows you to unplug thepower cord quickly in an emergency.