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A Few Precautions

When using the printer
When handling the ink cartridges
When choosing a place for the printer

Take note of the following when using the printer, handling the ink cartridges, or choosing a location for the printer.

When using the printer

Observe the following:

• 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 out. 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 the ink cartridges are in place.

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When handling the ink cartridges

Observe the following:

• 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 remaining around the ink supply port. If ink gets on your skin, wash the area thoroughly with soap and water. If discomfort or vision problems remain after a thorough flushing, see a physician immediately.

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

• Install the 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.

• Do not use an ink cartridge beyond the date printed on the cartridge carton. For best results, use up the ink cartridges within six months of installing them.

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

• 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 touch the green IC chip on the side of the cartridge. This may affect normal operation and printing.

• In this ink cartridge, the IC chip retains a variety of cartridge related-information, such as the amount of ink remaining, so that a cartridge may be removed and reinserted freely. However, each time the cartridge is inserted, some ink is consumed because the printer automatically performs a reliability check.

• If you remove an ink cartridge for later use, protect the ink supply area from dirt and dust and store it in the same environment as the printer. Note that there is a valve in the ink supply port, making covers or plugs unnecessary, but care is needed to prevent the ink from staining items that the cartridge touches. Do not touch the ink cartridge ink supply port or surrounding area.

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When choosing a place for the printer

Observe the following:

• 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.

• Leave enough space in front of the printer for paper to be fully ejected.

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

• Avoid places subject to shocks and vibrations.

• Avoid places subject to dust.

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

• 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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