xviiiTo prevent fire or electric shocks, follow the instruction below based on yourmachine configuration. If in doubt, contact your Fuji Xerox or dealers.• If your machine is a 220–240 V model, there is no need to attach a separate earthline since the earth connection is incorporated in the power line. Plug it into aproperly rated outlet.If the power cord is broken or insulated wires are exposed, ask your Fuji Xerox ordealers for a replacement. Using a damaged cord can cause fire or electric shocks.Do not unplug or replug the machine while it is on. Unplugging a live connector candeform the plug and cause fire.When unplugging the machine, grasp the plug instead of the cord. Forcibly pulling on acord can damage it and cause fire or electric shocks.Be sure to switch off and unplug the machine before accessing the interior of themachine for cleaning, maintenance, or fault clearance. Access to a live machine'sinterior can cause electric shocks.Once a month, unplug the machine and check the power cord for the following:• The power cord is plugged firmly into a receptacle.• The plug is not excessively heated, rusted, or bent.• The plug and receptacle are free of dust.• The cord is not cracked or frayed.If you notice any unusual conditions, contact your Fuji Xerox or dealers.When the machine is not used over an extended period of time, switch it off andunplug it. If an unused machine is left connected to a power source for a longperiod, degraded insulation can cause electric shocks, current leakages, or fire.Switch off the machine before connecting the interface cable or any optionalproduct. Connecting the cable or optional product with a live machine can causeelectric shocks.
