Brother DCP-C421W User manual

Product Safety Guide
DCP-T220 / DCP-T226 / DCP-T420W / DCP-C421W / DCP-T425W /
DCP-T426W / DCP-T428W / DCP-T520W / DCP-T720DW /
DCP-T725DW / DCP-T820DW / MFC-T920DW
Brother Industries, Ltd.
15-1, Naeshiro-cho, Mizuho-ku, Nagoya 467-8561, Japan
Read this guide before attempting to operate the product, or before
attempting any maintenance. Failure to follow these instructions may result
in an increased risk of personal injury or damage to property, including
through fire, electrical shock, burns or suffocation. Brother shall not be liable
for damage caused where the product owner has failed to follow
instructions set out in this guide.
How to use this guide:
1. Read the whole guide before using your product. Keep the User's Guide
in a secure place for future reference.
2. Carefully follow the instructions set out in this guide and always ensure
that you follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
3. If you have concerns about how to use your product after reading this
guide, contact Brother customer service or your local Brother dealer.
4. To ensure you understand all of the instructions, study the Symbols and
Conventions used in the documentation.
5. CAUTION:
Before using this product, read carefully these instructions for correct
operation.
For more advanced instructions, information, and product specifications,
see the Online User's Guide at support.brother.com/manuals.
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Table of Contents
Symbols and Conventions Used in the Documentation............3
Compilation and Publication Notice............................................4
Choose a Safe Location for Your Product ..................................5
Connect the Product Safely..........................................................7
Use the Product Safely .................................................................9
Important Safety Instructions.....................................................17
Product Warranty & Liability ......................................................18
Trademarks ..................................................................................21
Open Source Licensing Remarks ..............................................21
Copyright and License................................................................21
Brother Customer Service..........................................................21
Unlawful Use of Copying or Scanning Equipment (Products
with scanning function only)......................................................22
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Symbols and Conventions Used in
the Documentation
The following symbols and conventions are used throughout the
documentation.
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or
serious injuries.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injuries.
IMPORTANT
IMPORTANT indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in damage to
property or loss of product
functionality.
NOTE
NOTE specifies the operating
environment, conditions for
installation, or special conditions of
use.
Electrical Hazard icons alert
you to possible electrical
shock.
Fire Hazard icons alert you
to the possibility of a fire.
Prohibition icons indicate
actions that must not be
performed.
This icon indicates that
flammable sprays must not
be used.
This icon indicates that
organic solvents such as
alcohol, or other liquids must
not be used.
This icon warns you not to
swallow ink.
This icon indicates that the
ink bottle must be held
upright.
Bold Bold typeface identifies
specific keys on the
product's control panel or
on the computer screen.
Italics Italicised style
emphasises an important
point or refers you to a
related topic.
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Couri
er
New
Text in Courier New font
identifies messages on
the LCD of the product.
NOTE
• The illustrations in this guide
show the DCP-T720DW/
MFC-T920DW.
Compilation and Publication Notice
This product's manuals have been compiled and published to provide the
latest product safety information at the time of publication. The information
contained in these manuals may be subject to change.
For the latest manuals, visit us at support.brother.com.
Use only GENUINE brother supplies (ink bottle)
Brother multifunction products are designed to work ink of a particular
specification and work to a level of optimum performance when used
with genuine Brother ink bottle. Brother cannot guarantee this optimum
performance if ink or ink bottle of other specifications are used. Brother
does not therefore recommend the use of ink bottle other than genuine
Brother ink bottle with this product or the refilling of empty ink tank with
ink from other sources. If damage is caused to the print head or other
parts of this product as a result of the use of ink or ink bottle other than
genuine Brother products due to the incompatibility or lack of suitability
of those products with this product, any repairs required as a result will
not be covered by the warranty.
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Choose a Safe Location for Your
Product
WARNING
Choose a location where the temperature remains between 10°C and
35°C, the humidity is between 20% and 80%, and where there is no
condensation.
DO NOT expose the product to direct sunlight, excessive heat, open
flames, corrosive gasses, moisture, or dust. Doing so may create a risk
of an electrical shock, short circuit, or fire, causing damage to the
product and/or rendering it inoperable.
DO NOT place the product near chemicals or in a place where
chemicals could be spilled on it. Should chemicals come into contact
with the product, there may be a risk of fire or electrical shock. In
particular, organic solvents or liquids such as benzene, paint thinner,
polish remover, or deodoriser may melt or dissolve the plastic cover
and/or cables, resulting in a risk of fire or electrical shock. These or
other chemicals may cause the product to malfunction or become
discoloured.
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CAUTION
Put your product on a flat, level, stable surface (such as a desk), that is
free from vibration and shocks. Put the product near a telephone socket
(MFC models only) and a standard grounded electrical socket.
DO NOT place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table,
particularly if children are expected to be near the product. The product
is heavy and may fall, causing injury to you or others and serious
damage to the product. For the products with scanning functionality,
there is an added risk of injury if the scanner glass should break.
Avoid placing your product in a busy area. If you must place it in a busy
area, ensure that the product is in a safe location where it cannot be
accidentally knocked over, which could cause injury to you or others
and serious damage to the product.
Ensure that cables and cords leading to the product are secured so as
not to pose a tripping hazard.
DO NOT place heavy objects on the product.
DO NOT place any objects around the product. Such objects block the
access to the electrical socket in case of emergency. It is important that
the product can be unplugged whenever needed.
IMPORTANT
• DO NOT place your product next to devices that contain magnets or
generate magnetic fields. Doing so may interfere with the operation of
the product, causing print quality problems.
• DO NOT tip or turn the product upside down after ink tanks are filled.
Doing so may cause ink spillage and internal damage to the product.
• DO NOT place your product next to sources of interference, such as
speakers or the base units of non-Brother cordless telephones. Doing
so may interfere with the operation of the product's electronic
components.
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• DO NOT place anything in front of the product that will block received
faxes (MFC models only) or printed pages.
Connect the Product Safely
WARNING
ELECTRICAL HAZARDS
Failure to follow the warnings in this section may create the risk of an
electrical shock. In addition, you could create an electrical short, which
may create the risk of a fire.
There are high-voltage electrodes inside the product. Before you
access the inside of the product, including for routine maintenance such
as cleaning, make sure you have unplugged the telephone line cord
first (MFC models only) and then the power cord from the electrical
socket, as well as any telephone/RJ-11 (MFC models only) or Ethernet/
RJ-45 cables (Network models only) from the product.
DO NOT push objects of any kind into this product through slots or
openings in the product, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or
short-out parts.
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DO NOT handle the plug with wet hands. Doing this might cause an
electrical shock.
Always make sure the plug is fully inserted. DO NOT use the product or
handle the cord if the cord has become worn or frayed.
Unplug the power plug regularly to clean it. Use a dry cloth to clean the
root of the plug blades and between the blades. If the power plug is
plugged into the socket over a long period, dust accumulates around
the plug blades, which may cause a short circuit, resulting in a fire.
DO NOT dismantle this product. Dismantling this product could cause a
fire or electrical shock.
DO NOT attempt to service this product yourself. Opening or removing
covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points and other risks
and may void your warranty. Refer all servicing to Brother customer
service or your local Brother dealer.
DO NOT drop any metal objects or any type of liquid on the power plug
of the product. It may cause an electrical shock or a fire.
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If water, other liquids, or metal objects get inside the product,
immediately unplug the product from the electrical socket and contact
Brother customer service or your local Brother dealer.
This product should be connected to an AC power source within the
range indicated on the rating label (You can find the rating label on your
machine). DO NOT connect it to a DC power source or inverter. If you
are not sure what kind of power source you have, contact a qualified
electrician.
Use the Product Safely
WARNING
ELECTRICAL HAZARDS
Failure to follow the warnings in this section may create the risk of an
electrical shock. In addition, you could cause an electrical short, which
may lead to a fire.
If the product has been dropped or the casing has been damaged,
there may be the possibility of an electrical shock. Unplug the product
from the electrical socket and contact Brother customer service or your
local Brother dealer.
DO NOT use this product during a thunderstorm. There may be a
remote risk of an electrical shock from lightning.
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FIRE HAZARDS
Failure to follow the warnings in this section may create the risk of a
fire.
DO NOT use flammable substances, any type of spray, or an organic
solvent/liquid containing alcohol or ammonia to clean the inside or
outside of the product. Doing so could cause a fire. Instead, use only a
dry, lint-free cloth. For instructions on how to clean the product, see the
Online User's Guide.
(Models with Wireless LAN function only)
DO NOT use the product near any medical electrical equipment. The
radio waves emitted from the product may affect medical electrical
equipment and cause a malfunction, which may result in accident or
injury.
For users with pacemakers:
This product generates a weak magnetic field. If you feel anything
wrong with the operation of your pacemaker when near the product,
move away from the product and consult a doctor immediately.
DO NOT place metal objects, such as clips, staples, or jewellery on the
product. If these objects contact the electrical parts inside the product, it
may cause a fire or electrical shock.
DO NOT place a container holding water or liquid on the product. The
water or liquid in the container may spill into the product making contact
with the electrical parts inside the product, which may cause a fire or
electrical shock.
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If the product becomes unusually hot, releases smoke, generates any
strong smells, or if you accidentally spill any liquid on it, immediately
unplug the product from the electrical socket. Contact Brother customer
service or your local Brother dealer.
Plastic bags are used in the packing of this product. Plastic bags are
not toys. To avoid the danger of suffocation, keep these bags away
from babies and children, and dispose of them correctly.
(MFC models only)
Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines. Never touch
telephone wires or terminals that are not insulated unless the telephone
line has been unplugged from the wall socket.
Never install telephone wiring during a thunderstorm. Never install a
telephone wall socket in a location that is wet or may become wet, for
example, near a refrigerator or other appliance that produces
condensation.
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Power Cord Safety:
• (DCP-T520W/DCP-T720DW/DCP-T725DW/DCP-T820DW/
MFC-T920DW) This product is equipped with an earthed plug. This
plug will only fit into an earthed electrical socket. This is a safety
feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the socket, ask your
electrician to replace your obsolete socket. DO NOT attempt to defeat
the purpose of the earthed plug.
• DO NOT allow anything to rest on the power cord.
• DO NOT place this product where people might step on the cord.
• DO NOT place this product in a position where the cord is stretched
or strained, as it may become worn or frayed.
• DO NOT use the product or handle the cord if the cord has become
worn or frayed. If unplugging your product, DO NOT touch the
damaged/frayed part.
• DO NOT pull on the middle of the AC power cord; pulling on the
middle may cause the cord to separate from the plug. Doing this
might cause an electrical shock.
• DO NOT use any undesignated cables (or optional devices). Doing so
may cause a fire or injuries. Installation must be performed correctly
according to the Quick Setup Guide.
• Brother strongly recommends that you DO NOT use any type of
extension cord.
• This product should be positioned so that nothing pinches or
constricts the power cord.
• DO NOT use cables that do not meet the cable specifications
described in the Quick Setup Guide. Doing so may cause a fire or
injuries.
• If the power cord is provided with this product, use ONLY the provided
cord. Installation must be performed correctly as described in the
Quick Setup Guide.
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CAUTION
Wait until pages have exited the product before picking them up. Failure
to do this may cause injury to your fingers by trapping them inside the
machine.
To prevent injuries, be careful not to put your fingers in the areas shown
in the illustrations.
(DCP-T520W/DCP-T720DW/
DCP-T725DW/DCP-T820DW/
MFC-T920DW)
(DCP-T820DW/MFC-T920DW)
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DO NOT touch the edges of the metal parts behind the rollers in the
grey shaded area shown in the illustration. These parts have sharp
edges and touching the metal parts behind the rollers may cut your
fingers or otherwise injure them.
DO NOT carry the product by holding the scanner cover (some models
only), the Jam Clear Cover, the manual feed slot cover (some models
only), or the control panel. Doing this may cause the product to slip out
of your hands and may result in injury.
(DCP-T820DW/MFC-T920DW)
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Only carry the machine by placing your hands under the entire
machine.
When multiple devices, including this product, are connected to a
computer using USB cables, you may feel an electric charge when you
touch metal parts of the product.
Storage of Ink Bottles:
• Be careful not to get the ink in your eye or mouth when refilling the ink
tank.
• Keep the ink bottle out of the reach of children.
• DO NOT shake the ink bottle. The ink may leak out if the bottle is
shaken or twirled.
• DO NOT store the ink bottle in a place subject to temperature
changes.
• DO NOT expose the ink bottle to direct sunlight.
• DO NOT drop or damage the ink bottle.
• DO NOT swallow ink. If you swallow any ink, spit it out, rinse your
mouth and consult your doctor immediately.
• Avoid tilting the ink bottle or storing it on its side; it may leak.
• If any ink remains in the ink bottle, fasten the cap tightly and store the
ink bottle on a level surface in a cool, dark place.
• DO NOT let children or anyone else swallow the ink bottle cap or the
ink tank cap.
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If the ink contacts your skin or gets into your eye or mouth, follow these
steps immediately:
• If your skin comes into contact with the ink, wash your skin with water
and soap immediately.
• If the ink gets into your eye, rinse it with water, and consult your
doctor immediately. If left as is, it may cause redness or mild
inflammation of the eye.
• If the ink gets into your mouth or you swallow it, spit it out, rinse your
mouth, and consult your doctor immediately. Failure to seek medical
attention could lead to sickness.
DO NOT run your hand over the edge of the paper. The thin and sharp
edges of the paper may cause an injury.
IMPORTANT
• A distinct change in the product’s performance may indicate a need
for service.
• DO NOT connect your product to an electrical socket controlled by
wall switches or automatic timers, or to the same circuit as a large
appliance or other equipment that requires a significant amount of
electricity. It could disrupt the power supply. Disruption of the power
supply may also delete information from the product's memory, and
repeated cycling of the power supply can damage the product.
• We recommend that you use our genuine ink. Non-genuine ink may
cause damage to the print head. They may also result in differences
in the colours or storage stability. (Not all non-genuine ink cause
these issues.)
• DO NOT put objects on top of the product. Doing so may cause the
product to malfunction.
• If the product does not operate normally when the operating
instructions are followed, adjust only those controls that are covered
by the operating instructions. Incorrect adjustment of other controls
may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a
qualified technician to restore the product to normal operation.
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• DO NOT put any foreign objects into the ink tank. Doing this may
cause the product to malfunction.
Important Safety Instructions
1. Read all of these instructions.
2. Save them for later reference.
3. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
4. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning the outside of
the product and the scanner glass (for the products with scanning
functionality). Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth
for cleaning.
5. Do not place this product near water.
6. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The
product may drop, causing serious damage to the product.
7. Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided
for ventilation; to ensure reliable operation of the product and to
protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or
covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the
product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product
should never be placed near or on a radiator or heater. This product
should never be placed in a built-in installation unless proper
ventilation is provided.
8. This product should be connected to an AC power source within the
range indicated on the rating label. Do not connect it to a DC power
source. If you are not sure, contact a qualified electrician.
9. This product is equipped with a 3-wire grounding type plug, a plug
having three pins. This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power
outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into
the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do
not defeat the purpose of the grounding-type plug.
10. DO NOT place anything on top of the power cord including this
product. DO NOT allow the power cord to be stepped on.
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11. If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total
ampere ratings on the products plugged into the extension cord do not
exceed the extension cord ampere rating.
12. Do not place anything in front of the product that will block printouts.
Do not place anything in the path of received faxes (MFC models
only).
13. DO NOT touch a document during printing.
14. Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots,
since they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts
resulting in the risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any
kind on the product.
15. Do not attempt to service this product yourself. Opening or removing
covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points and/or other
risks, and may void your warranty. Please refer all servicing to our
Authorized Service Personnel, or you may contact the Brother Dealer
for Service.
16. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to
Authorized Service Personnel under the following conditions:
• If the power cord is damaged or frayed.
• If the product has been spilled by liquid.
• If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
• If the product does not operate normally when the operating
instructions are followed. Adjust only those controls that are covered
by the operating instructions. Incorrect adjustment of other controls
may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a
qualified technician to restore the product to normal operation.
• If the product has been dropped or the casing has been damaged.
• If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a
need for service.
Product Warranty & Liability
Nothing in this guide shall affect any existing product warranty or be
construed as granting any additional product warranty. Failure to follow
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the safety instructions in this guide may invalidate your product’s
warranty.
WARNING
DO NOT use this product near water, for example, near a bath tub,
wash bowl, kitchen sink or washing machine, in a wet basement or near
a swimming pool.
Avoid using this product during a thunderstorm. There may be a remote
risk of electrical shock from lightning.
DO NOT use this product to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
Only use the power cord supplied with this product (if included in the
box).
Disconnect device
This product must be installed near an electrical socket that is easily
accessible. In case of an emergency, you must unplug the power cord
from the electrical socket to shut off the power completely.
Notes on Using the Wireless Network Models
1. For Wireless LAN Function of the Equipment
• Operating frequency: 2.4 - 2.4835 GHz
• Equivalent isotropic radiated power (EIRP): ≤ 100 mW
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• Maximum power spectral density: ≤ 10 dBm / MHz (EIRP)
• Carrier frequency tolerance: 20 ppm
• Out-of-band emission power (Outside the 2.4 to 2.4835 GHz
frequency band)
≤ -80 dBm / Hz (EIRP)
• Spurious emission (radiation) power (Outside the range of the
corresponding carrier ± 2.5 times the channel bandwidth):
≤ -36 dBm / 100 kHz (30 - 1000 MHz)
≤ -33 dBm / 100 kHz (2.4 - 2.4835 GHz)
≤ -40 dBm / 1 MHz (3.4 - 3.53 GHz)
≤ -40 dBm / 1 MHz (5.725 - 5.85 GHz)
≤ -30 dBm / 1 MHz (1 - 12.75 GHz for others)
2. DO NOT, without appropriate permission, attempt to alter the emission
frequency or increase the emission power (including by installing an
additional RF power amplifier), or connect any external antenna or use
any unspecified transmitting antenna.
3. This equipment must not cause harmful interference to other radio
services. In case such interference occurred, the equipment must be
stopped immediately and cannot be used until the appropriate
measures are taken to eliminate the harmful interference.
4. This micro-power wireless equipment must accept any interference
caused by the legal operation of other radio services or radiated
interference received from the industrial, scientific and medical
appliances.
5. DO NOT use this equipment anywhere near the plane or airport.
LAN Connection (Models with Wired LAN
Function Only)
CAUTION
DO NOT connect this product to a LAN connection that is subject to
over-voltages.
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