Special Safety Instructions For Toner - Ricoh V-C3 D081 Field Service Manual

• Toner or toner cartridges thrown into a fire can ignite or explode and cause serious injury. At the work
site always carefully wrap used toner and toner cartridges with plastic bags to avoid spillage before
disposal or removal.
• Always dispose of used items (developer, toner, toner cartridges, OPC drums, etc.) in accordance
with the local laws and regulations regarding the disposal of such items.
• To protect the environment, never dispose of this product or any kind of waste from consumables at
a household waste collection point. Dispose of these items at one of our dealers or at an authorized
collection site.
• Return used selenium drums to the service center for handling in accordance with company policy
regarding the recycling or disposal of such items.
Points to Confirm with Operators
At the end of installation or a service call, instruct the user about use of the machine. Emphasize the following
points.
• Show operators how to remove jammed paper and troubleshoot other minor problems by following
the procedures described in the operating instructions.
• Point out the parts inside the machine that they should never touch or attempt to remove.
• Confirm that operators know how to store and dispose of consumables.
• Make sure that all operators have access to an operating instruction manual for the machine.
• Confirm that operators have read and understand all the safety instructions described in the operating
instructions.
• Demonstrate how to turn off the power and disconnect the power plug (by pulling the plug, not the
cord) if any of the following events occur: 1) something has spilled into the product, 2) service or
repair of the product is necessary, 3) the product cover has been damaged.
• Caution operators about removing paper fasteners around the machine. They should never allow
paper clips, staples, or any other small metallic objects to fall into the machine.

Special Safety Instructions for Toner

Accidental Physical Exposure
• Work carefully when removing paper jams or replacing toner bottles or cartridges to avoid spilling
toner on clothing or the hands.
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