To use the machine safely

Please keep these instructions for later reference and read them before attempting any maintenance.

WARNING

	There are high voltage electrodes inside the machine. Before you clean the inside of the machine, make sure you have unplugged the power cord from the electrical socket. Doing this will prevent an electrical shock.
	DO NOT handle the plug with wet hands. Doing this might cause an electrical shock.
	DO NOT pull in the middle of the power cord. Doing this might cause an electrical shock.
	DO NOT put your hands on the edge of the machine under the scanner cover. Doing this may cause injury.
	DO NOT touch the paper feed roller. Doing this may cause injury.
	DO NOT touch the area shaded in the illustration. Doing this may cause injury.
	When moving the machine you must lift it from the base, by placing a hand at each side of the unit as shown in the illustration. Do not carry the machine by holding the scanner cover.
	If the machine becomes hot, releases smoke, or generates any strong smells, immediately turn off the power switch and unplug the machine from the electrical socket. Call your Brother dealer or Brother Customer Service.
	If metal objects, water or other liquids get inside the machine, immediately turn off the power switch and unplug the machine from the electrical socket. Call your Brother dealer or Brother Customer Service.

WARNING

•	This product must be installed near an electrical socket that is easily accessible. In case of an emergency, you must unplug the power cord from the electrical socket to shut off the power completely.

•	Always make sure the plug is fully inserted.

Important safety instructions

Read all of these instructions.

Save them for later reference.

Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.

Unplug this product from the wall socket before cleaning the inside of the machine. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

Do not use this product near water.

Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may fall, causing serious damage to the product.

Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heater. This product should never be placed in a built-in installation unless adequate ventilation is provided.

This product should be operated from the type of power source indicated on the label. If you are not sure of the type of power available, call your dealer or local power company.

Use only the power cord supplied with this machine.

10.

This product is equipped with a 3-wire grounded plug, a plug having a third (grounded) pin. This plug will only fit into a grounded power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, call your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the purpose of the grounded plug.

11.

Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not place this product where people can walk on the cord.

12.

Do not place anything in front of the machine that will block printing. Do not place anything in the path of printing.

13.

Wait until pages have exited the machine before picking them up.

14.

Unplug this product from the power socket and refer all servicing to Brother Authorized Service Personnel under the following conditions:

•	When the power cord is damaged or frayed.
•	If liquid has been spilled into the product.
•	If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
•	If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed, adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal operation.
•	If the product has been dropped or the casing has been damaged.
•	If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service.

15.

To protect your product against power surges, we recommend the use of a power protection device (Surge Protector).

16.

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to people, note the following:

•	Do not use this product near appliances that use water, a swimming pool or in a wet basement.
•	Do not use the machine during an electrical storm (there is the remote possibility of an electrical shock) or to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

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