User GuideP 501/502

Optimum Environmental Conditions

WARNING

  • Be sure to locate the machine as close as possible to a wall outlet. This will allow easy disconnection of the power cord in the event of an emergency.

CAUTION

  • Keep the machine away from humidity and dust. Otherwise a fire or an electric shock might occur.
  • Do not place the machine on an unstable or tilted surface. If it topples over, an injury might occur.
  • Make sure the room where you are using the machine is well ventilated and spacious. Good ventilation is especially important when the machine is used heavily.

Important

  • Keep the machine away from salt-bearing air and corrosive gases. Also, do not install the machine in places where chemical reactions are likely (laboratories, etc.), as doing so will cause the machine to malfunction.

Avoid the following environments when locating the machine. If the machine is placed somewhere where the conditions are different from those recommended, a failure may occur.

  • Low temperature and humidity or high temperature and humidity

    The following is the recommended temperature and humidity range:

    • Temperature: 10–32°C (50–89.6°F) (humidity to be 54% at 32°C, 89.6°F)

    • Humidity: 15–80% (temperature to be 27°C, 80.6°F at 80%)

  • Places that are exposed to direct sunlight or other sources of strong light (more than 1,500 lux)

  • Places that are directly exposed to cool air from an air conditioner or heated air from a heater (Sudden temperature changes can cause condensation to form inside the machine)

  • Places that are where the machine will be subject to frequent strong vibration

  • Places that are where the machine is exposed to dampness or wet weather, such as rain and snow

  • Places that are with poor ventilation

  • Dusty areas

  • Places that are close to machines generating ammonia, such as a diazo copy machine

  • Unstable places

    • Place the machine on a level spot. The machine must be level within 5 mm, 0.2 inches: both front to rear and left to right.

    • Place the machine on a strong base. If placing the machine on a base, use a strong base such as a table that is wider than the machine.