Oki OKIFAX 1050 User Manual page 3

Safety
Safety
Installation Hints
- Install your fax machine in a dust-free location away from direct sunlight.
- Do not plug your fax machine into a power source shared by equipment which produces electrical
noise (i.e., air conditioners, etc.).
- Leave electronic adjustments to authorized service personnel.
- The LINE terminal (located at the rear of the machine) connects your fax machine to a standard
telephone line. To avoid damage to your telephone system or to the fax machine, do not plug
your fax machine into anything other than a standard RJ-11C jack.
- Your fax machine is intended to be grounded electrically and is equipped with a three-wire
grounded power cord. For your safety, and to ensure the machines proper operation, do not
attempt to defeat your power cords grounding plug. - The TEL port on the back of the fax is only
suitable for 2 wire devices.
- This equipment may not necessarily provide for the efficient transfer of a call from a telephone
connected to the same phone line, but not connected directly to your fax machine.
- The operation of this equipment on the same line as a telephone or other equipment with audible
warning devices (such as call waiting) or automatic ring detectors may cause false tripping of the
ring detector.
Operation and Maintenance
- Use a dry cloth to clean the control panel and the main body of the unit.
- Aside from the instructions specifically mentioned in this handbook, your fax machine is not user
serviceable. Do not attempt to service the machine or lubricate moving parts by yourself.
- Pull out the AC plug before trying to remove any objects that may have fallen into the machine.
- Immediately disconnect the fax machine from its power source if it becomes physically damaged
and arrange for its repair or disposal.
- When relocating your fax machine, always disconnect the telephone line before disconnecting the
power cord, then reconnect the power cord first.
- This fax machine is not intended to be used in parallel with other communication devices.
Toner Cartridge and Image Drum Unit Handling
- Leave unused toner cartridges and image drum units in their packages until needed. When
replacing a toner cartridge or image unit, re-use the packaging to dispose of the old toner
cartridge or image drum unit.
- Do not expose these components to light for more than five minutes. Never expose the green
surface of the image drum unit to direct sunlight.
- Always hold the image drum unit by the endsnever by the middle. Never touch the green surface
of the image drum unit. - Exercise care when removing the toner cartridge. Do not let it touch
your clothing or porous materials. The toner powder causes permanent stains.
- Small amounts of toner spilled on skin or clothing can be readily removed with soap and cold
water. Using warm water will make removing the stain much more difficult.
Emergency First Aid
- IF TONER IS SWALLOWED: Dilute by giving two glasses of water and induce vomiting by
administering Syrup of Ipecac (follow manufacturers instructions). Seek medical attention. Never
attempt to induce vomiting or give anything by mouth to a person who is unconscious.
- IF TONER IS INHALED: Take person to an open area for fresh air. Seek medical attention.
- IF TONER GETS IN THE EYES: Flush eyes with large quantities of cool water for 15 minutes,
keeping eyelids open with fingers. Seek medical attention.
Tip:
See the Material Safety Data Sheet at the end of this guide (
OF1050 Users Guide(96-01-30)
) for more information.