Chapter 2 Installation And Basic Operation; Conditions Required For Installation; Power Supply; Environment - Brother mfc8440 Service Manual

CHAPTER 2
1.

CONDITIONS REQUIRED FOR INSTALLATION

1.1

Power Supply

• The source voltage must stay within ±10% of the rated voltage shown on the rating plate.
• The power cord, including extensions, should not exceed 5 meters (16.5 feet).
• Do no share the same power circuit with other high-power appliances, particularly an air
conditioner, copier or shredder. If it is unavoidable that you must use the machine with
these appliances, it is recommended that you use an isolation transformer or a high-
frequency noise filter.
• Use a voltage regulator if the power source is not stable.
1.2

Environment

• The machine should be installed near a power outlet, which is easily accessible.
• The room temperature is maintained between 10°C and 32.5°C. The relative humidity is
maintained between 20% and 80%.
• The machine should be used in a well ventilated room.
• Place the machine on a flat, horizontal surface.
• Keep the machine clean. Do not place the machine in a dusty place.
• Do not place the machine where the ventilation hole of the machine is blocked. Keep
approximately 100 mm (4 inches) between the ventilation hole and the wall.
• Do not place the machine where it is exposed to direct sunlight. Use a blind or a heavy
curtain to protect the machine from direct sunlight when the machine is unavoidably set up
near a window.
• Do not place the machine near devices that contain magnets or generate magnetic fields.
• Do not subject the machine to strong physical shocks or vibrations.
• Do not expose the machine to open flames or salty or corrosive gasses.
• Do not place objects on top of the machine.
• Do not place the machine near an air conditioner.
• Keep the machine horizontal when carrying.
• Do not cover the slots in the side cover.
INSTALLATION AND BASIC OPERATION
MFC-8440/8840D/8840DN, DCP-8040/8045D/8045DN
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