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A Few Precautions

Using the printer
Handling the ink cartridges
Choosing a place for the printer

Read the information in this section before using the printer, handling the ink cartridges, or choosing a location for the printer.

Using the printer

Observe the following when using the printer.

• Do not put your hand inside the printer or touch the ink cartridges during printing.

• Do not move the print head by hand; otherwise, you may damage the printer.

• Always turn the printer off using the power button. When this button is pressed, the power light flashes briefly and then goes off. Do not unplug the printer or turn off the power to the outlet until the power light stops flashing.

• Before transporting the printer, make sure that the print head is in the home (far right) position and that the ink cartridges are in place.

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Handling the ink cartridges

Observe the following when handling the ink cartridges.

• Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children. Do not allow children to drink from or otherwise handle the cartridges.

• Be careful when you handle the used ink cartridges, as there may be some ink around the ink supply port. If ink gets on your skin, wash the area thoroughly with soap and water. If ink gets in your eyes, flush them immediately with water. If discomfort or vision problems remain after a thorough flushing, see a doctor immediately.

• Do not shake an ink cartridge; this can cause leakage.

• Install an ink cartridge immediately after you remove it from its package. Leaving the cartridge unpacked for a long time before use may result in reduced print quality.

• Once you install an ink cartridge, do not open the clamp or remove the cartridge except to replace it with a new one. Otherwise, the cartridge may become unusable.

• Do not use an ink cartridge beyond the date printed on the cartridge carton: otherwise, it may result in reduced print quality. For best results, use up the ink cartridges within six months of first installing them.

• After bringing an ink cartridge inside from a cold storage site, allow it to warm up at room temperature for at least three hours before using it.

• Store ink cartridges in a cool, dark place.

• Do not dismantle the ink cartridges or try to refill them. This could damage the print head.

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Choosing a place for the printer

Observe the following when choosing a place for the printer.

• Place the printer on a flat, stable surface that extends beyond the printer base in all directions. The printer will not operate properly if it is tilted or at an angle.

• Avoid places that are subject to rapid changes in temperature and humidity. Also, keep the printer away from direct sunlight, strong light, and heat sources.

• Avoid places that are subject to shocks and vibrations.

• Leave enough room around the printer to allow for sufficient ventilation.

• Avoid places subject to dust.

• Place the printer near a wall outlet where the plug can be easily unplugged.

Note for French-speaking users:
Placez l'imprimante près d'une prise de contacte où la fiche peut être débranchée facilement.

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