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Important Information

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Important safety

instructions

When using this unit, basic safety precautions

should always be followed to reduce the risk of

fire, electric shock, or personal injury.

1.

Read and understand all instructions.

2.

Follow all warnings and instructions marked

on this unit.

3.

Turn the power switch OFF before cleaning.

Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.

4.

Do not use this unit near water, for example

near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, etc.

5.

Place the unit securely on a stable surface.

Serious damage and/or injury may result if

the unit falls.

6.

Do not cover slots and openings on the unit.

They are provided for ventilation and

protection against overheating. Never place

the unit near radiators, or in a place where

proper ventilation is not provided.

7.

Use only the power source marked on the

unit. If you are not sure of the type of power

supplied to your home, consult your dealer or

local power company.

8.

For safety purposes this unit is equipped with

a grounded plug. If you do not have this type

of outlet, please have one installed. Do not

defeat this safety feature by tampering with

the plug.

9.

Do not place objects on the power cord.

Install the unit where no one can step or trip

on the cord.

10.Do not overload power outlets and extension

cords. This can result in the risk of fire or

electric shock.

11.Never push any objects through slots in this

unit. This may result in the risk of fire or

electric shock. Never spill any liquid on the

unit.

12.To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not

disassemble this unit. Take the unit to an

authorized service center when service is

required. Opening or removing covers may

expose you to dangerous voltage or other

risks. Incorrect reassembly can cause

electric shock when the unit is subsequently

used.

13.Unplug this unit from power outlets and refer

servicing to an authorized service center

when the following conditions occur:

A.

If the power cord is damaged or frayed.

B.

If liquid has been spilled into the unit.

C.

If the unit has been exposed to rain or

water.

D.

If the unit does not work normally by

following the operating instructions.

Adjust only controls covered by the

operating instructions. Improper

adjustment may require extensive work

by an authorized service center.

E.

If the unit has been dropped or physically

damaged.

F.

If the unit exhibits a distinct change in

performance.

14.During thunderstorms, avoid using

telephones except cordless types. There may

be a remote risk of an electric shock from

lightning.

15.Do not use this unit to report a gas leak, when

in the vicinity of the leak.

SAVE THESE

INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION:

Installation

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After moving the unit from cold areas to

warmer areas, let the unit adjust to the

warmer temperature and do not connect the

unit for about 30 minutes. If the unit is

connected too soon after a sudden climate

change, condensation may form inside the

unit causing malfunction.

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Never install telephone wiring during a

lightning storm.

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Never install telephone jacks in wet locations

unless the jack is specifically designed for

wet locations.

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Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or

terminals unless the telephone line has been

disconnected at the network interface.

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Use caution when installing or modifying

telephone lines.

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Do not touch the plug with wet hands.

Section	Page
Location of Controls	2
Location of Controls	2
Location of controls	3
Important Information	5
Safety Instructions	5
Important safety instructions	5
For best performance	7
Table of Contents	8
Introduction and Installation	10
Accessories	10
1.2 Accessory information	11
Finding the Controls	11
1.3 Description of buttons	11
1.4 Overview	12
Installation	14
1.5 Toner cartridge and drum unit	14
1.6 Document tray	16
1.7 Output tray	16
1.8 Recording paper	17
Preparation	21
Connections and Setup	21
2.1 Connections	21
2.2 Turning the power switch ON	22
2.3 Dialing mode	22
2.4 Selecting the operation mode (Fax/Copy/Scan)	23
Help Button	23
2.5 Help function	23
Volume	23
2.6 Adjusting volume	24
Initial Programming	24
2.7 Date and time	24
2.8 Your logo	25
2.9 Your fax number	27
Fax	28
Sending Faxes	28
3.1 Using the unit as a fax machine	28
3.2 Sending a fax manually	28
3.3 Document requirements	30
3.4 Storing names and telephone numbers for the one-touch dial feature and navigator directory	31
3.5 Sending a fax using one-touch dial feature and navigator directory	33
3.6 Broadcast transmission	34
Receiving Faxes	35
3.7 Receiving a fax automatically – Auto answer ON	36
3.8 Receiving a fax manually – Auto answer OFF	36
3.9 Using the unit with an answering machine	37
3.10 Junk fax prohibitor (preventing fax reception from undesired callers)	38
Caller ID	40
Caller ID	40
4.1 Caller ID service	40
4.2 Viewing and calling back using caller information	40
4.3 Storing caller information into the one- touch dial feature and navigator directory	41
Distinctive Ring	43
Distinctive Ring	43
5.1 Distinctive Ring service from your phone company	43
5.2 Using two or more phone numbers on a single telephone line	43
5.3 Using three or more phone numbers on a single telephone line	43
5.4 Programming the ring pattern assigned for fax	44
Copy	45
Copying	45
6.1 Using the unit as a copy machine	45
6.2 Making a copy	45
6.3 More copying features	47
Multi-Function Station software	49
Setup	49
7.1 Connecting to a computer	49
7.2 Installing Multi- Function Station	49
7.3 Starting Multi-Function Station	51
Printing	51
7.4 Using the unit as a printer	51
Scanning	54
7.5 Using the unit as a scanner	54
Remote Control	55
7.6 Operating the unit from your computer	55
PC Fax	56
7.7 Fax sending/receiving using Multi-Function Station	56
7.8 Confirming the status of the unit	57
7.9 Other information	57
Programmable Features	59
Features Summary	59
8.1 Programming	59
8.2 Direct command chart	60
8.3 Basic features	63
8.4 Fax features	65
8.5 Copy features	68
8.6 Scan features	69
8.7 LAN features	69
Help	71
Error Messages	71
9.2 Error messages – Display	72
Troubleshooting	75
9.3 When a function does not work, check here	75
Replacement	81
9.4 Replacing the toner cartridge and the drum unit	81
Jams	84
9.5 Recording paper jam	84
9.6 Document jams (Auto document feeder)	87
Cleaning	88
9.7 Cleaning the white plate and glasses	88
9.8 Cleaning the document feeder rollers	92
General Information	93
Printed Reports	93
10.1 Reference lists and reports	93
Specifications	94
10.2 Specifications	94
FCC and Other Information	97
10.3 FCC and Other Information	97
Limited Warranty	99
10.4 Limited Warranty	99
Customer Services	101
10.5 Customer Services directory	101
Copyrights	102

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