Electrical SafetyXerox® WorkCentre® 3215/3225User Guide254Electrical SafetyGeneral GuidelinesWARNING: Unauthorized alterations, which may include the addition of new functions orconnection of external machines, may impact the machine certification. Please contact yourXerox representative for more information.• Do not push objects into slots or openings on the printer. Touching a voltage point or shortingout a part could result in fire or electric shock.• Do not remove the covers or guards that are fastened with screws unless you are installingoptional equipment and are instructed to do so. Turn off the printer when performing theseinstallations. Disconnect the power cord when removing covers and guards for installingoptional equipment. Except for user-installable options, there are no parts that you canmaintain or service behind these covers.The following are hazards to your safety:• The power cord is damaged or frayed.• Liquid is spilled into the printer.• The printer is exposed to water.• The printer emits smoke, or the surface is unusually hot.• The printer emits unusual noise or odors.• The printer causes a circuit breaker, fuse, or other safety device to activate.If any of these conditions occur, do the following:1. Turn off the printer immediately.2. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet.3. Call an authorized service representative.Power CordUse the power cord supplied with your printer.• Plug the power cord directly into a properly grounded electrical outlet. Ensure that each end of thecord is connected securely. If you do not know if an outlet is grounded, ask an electrician to checkthe outlet.WARNING: To avoid risk of fire or electrical shock, do not use extension cords, power strips, orpower plugs for more than 90 days. When a permanent outlet receptacle cannot be installed, useonly one factory-assembled extension cord of the appropriate gauge per printer or multifunctionprinter. Always adhere to national and local building, fire, and electrical codes regarding length ofcord, conductor size, grounding, and protection.• Do not use a ground adapter plug to connect the printer to an electrical outlet that does not havea ground connection terminal.