Installation

To use this machine safely and comfortably, carefully read the following precautions and install the machine in an appropriate location.


Do not install in a location that may result in a fire or electrical shock A location where the ventilation slots are blocked (too close to walls, beds, rugs, or similar objects) A damp or dusty location A location exposed to direct sunlight or outdoors A location subject to high temperatures A location exposed to open flames Near alcohol, paint thinners or other flammable substances Other warnings Do not connect unapproved cables to this machine. Doing so may result in a fire or electrical shock. Do not place necklaces and other metal objects or containers filled with liquid on the machine. If foreign substances come in contact with electrical parts inside the machine, it may result in a fire or electrical shock. When installing and removing the optional accessories, be sure to turn OFF the power, unplug the power plug, and then disconnect all the interface cables and power cord from the machine. Otherwise, the power cord or interface cables may be damaged, resulting in a fire or electrical shock. Do not use near any medical equipment. Radiowaves emitted from this machine may interfere with medical equipment, which may cause a malfunction and result in serious accidents. If any foreign substance falls into this machine, unplug the power plug from the AC power outlet and contact your local authorized Canon dealer.

Do not install in a location that may result in a fire or electrical shock

A location where the ventilation slots are blocked
(too close to walls, beds, rugs, or similar objects)

A damp or dusty location

A location exposed to direct sunlight or outdoors

A location subject to high temperatures

A location exposed to open flames

Near alcohol, paint thinners or other flammable substances

Other warnings

Do not connect unapproved cables to this machine. Doing so may result in a fire or electrical shock.

Do not place necklaces and other metal objects or containers filled with liquid on the machine. If foreign substances come in contact with electrical parts inside the machine, it may result in a fire or electrical shock.

When installing and removing the optional accessories, be sure to turn OFF the power, unplug the power plug, and then disconnect all the interface cables and power cord from the machine. Otherwise, the power cord or interface cables may be damaged, resulting in a fire or electrical shock.

Do not use near any medical equipment. Radiowaves emitted from this machine may interfere with medical equipment, which may cause a malfunction and result in serious accidents.

If any foreign substance falls into this machine, unplug the power plug from the AC power outlet and contact your local authorized Canon dealer.

Do not install in the following locations

The machine may drop or fall, resulting in injury.

Unstable location

Location exposed to vibrations

Other cautions

When carrying this machine, follow the instructions in this manual. If carried improperly, it may fall, resulting in injury.

When installing this machine, be careful not to get your hands caught between the machine and the floor or walls, or between the paper drawers. Doing so may result in injury.

Do not install in the following locations that may result in damage

A location subject to dramatic changes in temperature or humidity

A location near equipment that generates magnetic or electromagnetic waves

A laboratory or location where chemical reactions occur

A location exposed to corrosive or toxic gases

A location that may warp from the weight of the machine or where the machine is liable to sink (a carpet, etc.)

Avoid poorly ventilated locations

This machine generates a slight amount of ozone, etc. during normal use. Although sensitivity to ozone, etc. may vary, this amount is not harmful. Ozone, etc. may be more noticeable during extended use or long production runs, especially in poorly ventilated rooms. It is recommended that the room where the machine operates be appropriately ventilated to maintain a comfortable working environment. Also avoid locations where people would be exposed to emissions from the machine.

Do not install in a location where condensation occurs

Water droplets (condensation) may form inside the machine when the room where the machine is installed is heated rapidly, and when the machine is moved from a cool or dry location to a hot or humid location. Using the machine under these conditions may result in paper jams, poor print quality, or damage to the machine. Let the machine adjust to the ambient temperature and humidity for at least 2 hours before use.

When using wireless LAN (MF249dw / MF247dw)

Set the machine at a distance of 164´ (50 m) or less from the wireless LAN router.

Do not set machine in a location where any object blocks communication. The signal may be degraded when passing through walls or floors.

Keep the machine as far as possible from digital cordless phones, microwave ovens, or other equipment that emit radio waves.

In altitudes of above sea level 3,000 m or higher

Machines with a hard disk may not operate properly when used at high altitudes of about 3,000 meters above sea level, or higher.

Connecting the Telephone Line

This machine conforms to an analog telephone line standard. The machine can be connected to the public switched telephone network (PSTN) only.

If you connect the machine to a digital telephone line or a dedicated telephone line, it might impede proper operation of the machine and could be the cause of damage. Make sure to confirm a type of telephone line before connecting the machine.

Contact your optical fiber line or IP telephone line service providers if you want to connect the machine to those telephone lines.