iImportant Precautions and Safety InformationWhen using this fax machine, these basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce risk of fire,electric shock, and injury to persons:1 Read and understand all instructions.2 Use common sense whenever operating electrical appliances.3 Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product and in the literature accompanying theproduct.4 If an operating instruction appears to conflict with safety information, heed the safety information. Youmay have misunderstood the operating instruction. If you cannot resolve the conflict, contact your sales orservice representative for assistance.5 Unplug the fax machine from the AC wall socket and telephone jack before cleaning. Do not use liquid oraerosol cleaners. Use only a damp cloth for cleaning.6 Do not place the fax machine on an unstable cart, stand, or table. It may fall, causing serious damage.7 Your fax machine should never be placed on, near, or over a radiator, heater, air conditioner, or ventilationduct.8 Do not allow anything to rest on the power or telephone cords. Do not locate your fax machine where thecables may be damaged by people walking on them. Do not place the machine where the power ortelephone cord may be bent. Any case of above may cause the hazardous result or malfunction.9 Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords. This can diminish performance, and may result in therisk of fire or electric shock.10 Do not allow pets to chew on the AC power, telephone, or PC interface cords.11 Never push objects of any kind into the fax machine through case or cabinet openings. They may touchdangerous voltage points, creating a risk of fire or shock. Never spill liquid of any kind onto or into the faxmachine.12 To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble the fax machine. Take it to a qualified servicetechnician when repair work is required. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerousvoltages or other risks. Incorrect reassembly could cause electric shock when the unit is subsequently used.