Canon PC150 PC150 Operator's Manual - Page 12

Getting Started Handling Precautions When not Using the Copier Condensation Platen • If you have to open the main unit to replace the cartridge or remove jammed If the copier is brought from the cold outdoors into a warm room, or if the room is • Do not stack objects onto, or press down paper, close the top cover immediately rapidly heated, condensation may form inside 1 forcefully upon, the platen. • The maximum allowable load that can be placed on the cover is 4.4 lb. after performing the necessary operation. Also be sure to slide the platen back to its original position. the copier. This can adversely affect the quality of your copy images (e.g., blackedout copies). When the copier is exposed to • If a cover is to be placed over the copier, such conditions, allow at least two hours for Handling Precautions be sure to turn OFF the power and allow the copier to fully adjust to room temperature Main Unit • Do not let paper clips, staples, or other foreign objects fall into the copier. Also be careful not to spill any liquids or the copier to cool down beforehand. • Should the copier not be operated for a long period of time, unplug it from its power source. before attempting to use it. WARNING: flammable substances (such as paint • If there is an unusual noise, smoke, or anything thinner, benzene or rubbing alcohol) on the copier. If a foreign object or liquid comes into contact with a dangerous When Storing the Copier Upright else which causes concern, immediately turn the power switch OFF and unplug the copier. Then consult your service representative. voltage point inside the copier • If the copier is to be stored upright with the malfunction, fire or electrical shock could carrying handle on top, press the power occur. switch to OFF and let the copier cool down • Do not lubricate any part of the copier. beforehand. Stand the copier upright on a • Do not use any extremely flammable flat, level surface so that it does not fall substances, such as aerosols, etc., near over. the copier as such a substance may • If the copier has been stored upright, ignite. move the platen all the way to the right and then back to the center position by hand before operating the copier. 10 01/ PC150-USA 10 5/11/04, 4:52 PM