To use the machine safely

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

Note

(FAX-1960C only)

If there are faxes in the machine's memory you need to print them or save them before unplugging the machine from the AC power outlet for more than 24 hours. (To print the faxes in memory, see Transferring faxes to another fax machine.)

WARNING

	There are high voltage electrodes inside the machine. Before you clean the inside of the machine, make sure you have unplugged the telephone line cord first and then the power cord from the AC power outlet. Doing this will prevent an electrical shock.
	DO NOT handle the plug with wet hands. Doing this may cause an electrical shock. Always make sure the plug is fully inserted.
	DO NOT pull in the middle of the AC power cord. Doing this might cause an electrical shock.
	DO NOT put your hands on the edge of the machine under the panel cover or touch the document feed rollers. Doing this may cause injury.
	DO NOT put your hands on the edge of the paper tray under the output paper tray 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.
	If the machine becomes hot, releases smoke or generates any strong smells, immediately unplug the machine from the AC power outlet. Call Brother Customer Service. (See Brother numbers.)
	If metal objects, water or other liquids get inside the machine, immediately unplug the machine from the AC power outlet. Call Brother Customer Service. (See Brother numbers.)

WARNING

•	Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines. Never touch telephone wires or terminals that are not insulated unless the telephone line has been unplugged at the wall jack. Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm. Never install a telephone wall jack in a wet location.
•	This product must be installed near an AC power outlet that is easily accessible. In case of an emergency, you must unplug the power cord from the AC power outlet to shut off the power completely.
•	Always make sure the plug is fully inserted.
•	To reduce the risk of shock or fire, use only a No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord.

CAUTION

Lightning and power surges can damage this product! We recommend that you use a quality surge protection device on the AC power line and on the telephone line, or unplug the cords during a lightning storm.

WARNING

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to people, including the following:

1.	DO NOT use this product near water, for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or washing machine, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.
2.	Avoid using this product during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
3.	DO NOT use this product to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
4.	Use only the power cord provided with the machine.

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 outlet 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 proper 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.

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

11.

If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total ampere ratings of the products plugged into the extension cord do not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total of all products plugged into the AC power outlet does not exceed 15 amperes (USA only).

12.

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

13.

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

14.

Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots, since they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts resulting in the risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. Do not attempt to service this product yourself because opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points and other risks and may void your warranty. Refer all servicing to a Brother Authorized Service Center. For the location of your nearest Brother Authorized Service Center, please call the following:

In USA: 1-800-284-4357

In Canada: 1-877-BROTHER

15.

Unplug this product from the AC power outlet 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 cabinet has been damaged.
•	If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service.

16.

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

17.

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.

18.

Caution - To reduce the risk of fire, use only No.26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord.

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