Storage And Handling Of Fx6 Toner Cartridge; Before Unsealing The Box - Canon LASER CLASS 3175 Service Manual

LASER CLASS 3170/3175/3175MS Chapter 1: Safety and Precautions

2.2 Storage and Handling of FX6 Toner Cartridge

Whether the cartridge is still sealed in its box or installed in the printer, the effect
of the natural environment will change it over time regardless of the number of
prints. As the progression of this natural change depends on the storage or
installation environment, take sufficient care in storing and handling the
cartridges.

2.2.1 Before unsealing the box

When the cartridge is stored in a warehouse, workshop, etc., be sure to keep it
within the ranges shown in Table 1-1. Note the following points:
a) Avoid locations in direct sunlight.
b) Do not leave in areas exposed to strong vibration.
c) Do not bump or drop.
Total storage time is the valid time span following the manufacture
date displayed on the cartridge box.
NOTE
Table 1-1 Environmental conditions
Normal (total storage time ×9/10)
Severe (total storage
time × 1/10)
Temperature change (within 3
minutes or so)
Normal (total storage time ×
9/10)
Severe (total storage
time 1/10)
Air pressure
0 °C to 35°C
(32°F to 95°F)
35 °C to 40°C
High
(95°F to 104°F)
–20°C to 0°C
Low
(-4°F to 32°F)
40°C→15°C
(104°F to 59°F)
–20°C→25°C
(-4°F to 77°F)
35 to 85% RH
High 85 to 95% RH
Low 10 to 35% RH
613 to 1013 hPa
(460 to 760 mmHg)
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