Canon PC980 Service Manual - Page 260

CHAPTER 10 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING B. Storing and Handling the Cartridge with the Packaging Seal Removed The photosensitive medium is an organic photoconducting (OPC) material, which would deteriorate if subjected to storing light. The cartridge also holds toner, requiring the user to exercise care when storing or handling it. (Be sure that the user stores it in an appropriate storage box for storage.) 1. Storage after Removing the Packaging Seal a. Avoid areas subject to the direct rays of the sun, i.e., near a window. Do not keep it in a car for a long time, as it will be subjected to an extremely high temperature. (This applies even if the cartridge is inside a protective box.) b. Avoid areas subjected to high or low temperature/humidity or where temperature or humidity tends to change abruptly (e.g., near an air conditioner). c. Avoid areas subject to dust, ammonium gas, or organic solvent. d. Make sure that the cartridge is stored at 40°C/104°F or lower. COPYRIGHT © 1999 CANON INC. CANON PC800s/900s REV.0 AUG. 1999 PRINTED IN JAPAN (IMPRIME AU JAPON) 10-3