Brother mfc490w Quick Start Manual page 26

Safety and Legal
If the machine becomes hot, releases smoke, or generates any strong smells, immediately 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 unplug the machine from
the electrical socket. Call your Brother dealer or Brother Customer Service.
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 socket. Never install
telephone wiring during a lightning storm. Never install a telephone wall socket in a wet location.
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.
This product should be connected to an AC power source within the range indicated on the rating
label. DO NOT connect it to a DC power source or inverter. If you are not sure, contact a qualified
electrician.
Always make sure the plug is fully inserted.
DO NOT use the machine if the power cord is frayed or damaged, doing so may cause a fire.
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 DO NOT dispose of batteries in a fire. They may explode. Check with local codes for possible
special disposal instructions.
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