Brother HL-5440D User manual

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Version A
USA/CAN
Please 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 the instructions set
out in this guide.
Read all of the instructions. Save them for later reference.
Symbols and
conventions used in
the documentation A
The following symbols and conventions are
used throughout the documentation.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injuries.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injuries.
Important indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may result in
damage to property or loss of product
functionality.
Follow all warnings and instructions marked
on the product.
Note
• Not all models are available in all
countries.
• The illustrations in this guide show the
HL-5470DW and MFC-8510DN.
(HL-6180DW(T) / DCP-8110DN / 8150DN /
8155DN) In USA:
Please go to the Brother Solutions Center at
http://solutions.brother.com/ and click
Manuals on your model page to download the
other manuals.
Product Safety Guide A
(HL-5440D / 5450DN / 5470DW(T) / 6180DW(T) / DCP-8110DN / 8150DN /
8155DN / MFC-8510DN / 8710DW / 8910DW / 8950DW(T))
Prohibition icons indicate actions
that must not be performed.
Electrical Hazard icons alert you to
possible electrical shock.
Fire Hazard icons alert you to the
possibility of fire.
Hot Surface icons warn you not to
touch product parts that are hot.
WARNING
CAUTION
Important
Notes tell you how you should
respond to a situation that may arise
or give tips about how the operation
works with other features.
Bold Bold typeface identifies specific
keys on the product’s control
panel or on the computer
screen.
Italics Italicized typeface emphasizes
an important point or refers you
to a related topic.
Courier
New
Text in Courier New font
identifies messages on the
LCD of the product.

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Compilation and Publication A
Under the supervision of Brother Industries, Ltd., this manual has been compiled and published,
covering the latest product descriptions and specifications.
The contents of this manual and the specifications of this product are subject to change without
notice.
Brother reserves the right to make changes without notice in the specifications and materials
contained herein and shall not be responsible for any damages (including consequential) caused
by reliance on the materials presented, including but not limited to typographical and other errors
relating to the publication.
Choosing a location A
Put your product on a flat, level, stable surface that is free of vibration and shocks, such as a desk.
Put the product near a telephone wall jack (MFC only) and a standard grounded AC power outlet.
Choose a location where the temperature remains between 50°F and 90.5°F (10°C and 32.5°C)
and the humidity is between 20% to 80% (without condensation).
WARNING
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, electrical short or fire. It may
also damage the product and/or render it inoperable.
DO NOT place the product near heaters, air conditioners, electrical fans, refrigerators, or water.
Doing so may create the risk of a short circuit or fire, as water may come into contact with the
product (including condensation caused by heating/air conditioning/ventilation equipment).

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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 electric
shock. In particular, organic solvents or liquids such as benzene, paint thinner, polish remover,
or deodorizer may melt or dissolve the plastic cover and/or cables, resulting in a risk of fire or
electric shock. These or other chemicals may also cause the product to malfunction or become
discolored.
DO NOT put the product in a location that blocks or obstructs any slot or opening in the product.
These slots and openings are provided for ventilation. Blocking the product’s ventilation could
create a risk of overheating and/or fire.
Instead:
• Keep a gap of at least 6 in. (150 mm) between the ventilation hole and the wall.
• Place the product on a solid surface. DO NOT place the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other
similar soft surface.
• DO NOT place this product near or over a radiator or heater.
• DO NOT place this product in a “built-in” installation unless adequate ventilation is provided.
DO install your product near an AC power outlet that is easily accessible. In the event of an
emergency, easy access to the plug and outlet will allow you to shut off power to the product
quickly and completely.
Plastic bags are used in the packing of your machine. Plastic bags are not toys. To avoid the
danger of suffocation, keep these bags away from babies and children and dispose of them
correctly.

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CAUTION
Avoid placing your product in a high-traffic area. If you must place it in a high-traffic 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. Also ensure that cords are
secured so as not to pose a tripping hazard.
DO NOT eat the silica gel pack. Please throw away. If ingested seek medical attention
immediately.
DO NOT place heavy objects on the product. 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 MFC and
DCP products, there is an added risk of injury if the scanner glass should break.
Important
• DO NOT put objects on top of the product. Doing so could increase the risk of overheating
should the product malfunction.
• 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 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.
• DO NOT connect your product to an AC power outlet controlled by wall switches or automatic
timers. Disruption of power can delete information from the product's memory.
• DO NOT connect your product to an AC power outlet on the same circuit as large appliances
or other equipment that requires a significant amount of electricity to operate. Operating this
product in conjunction with the other product(s) could create an overvoltage, tripping your
circuit breaker or blowing your fuse.

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To use the product safely A
Please keep these instructions for later reference and read them before attempting any
maintenance. If you do not follow these safety instructions, there is a possibility of a fire, electrical
shock, burn or suffocation.
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 only) and then the power cord from the AC power outlet, as well
as any telephone (RJ-11) (MFC only) or Ethernet (RJ-45) cables (Network models only) from
the product. Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots, since they
may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts.
DO NOT handle the plug with wet hands.
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.
DO NOT use this product during an electrical storm.

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DO NOT allow this product to come into contact with water. This product should not be used
around standing water, including a bath tub, sink, or swimming pool; around appliances
containing water, including a refrigerator; or in a wet basement.
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 or inverter. If you are not sure what kind
of power source you have, contact a qualified electrician.
Power Cord Safety:
• This product is equipped with a 3-wire grounded plug. This plug will only fit into a grounded
power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, call
your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. DO NOT defeat the purpose of the grounded
plug.
• Use only the power cord supplied with this product.
• DO NOT allow anything to rest on the power cord. DO NOT place this product where people
can walk on the cord. DO NOT place this product in a position where the cord is stretched or
strain is otherwise put on the cord. Doing so may cause the cord to become worn or frayed.
• Brother strongly recommends that you DO NOT use any type of extension cord.
(MFC 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 at the wall jack.
Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm. Never install a telephone wall jack in a
wet location.

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• DO NOT put a toner cartridge or a toner cartridge and drum unit assembly into a fire. It could
explode, resulting in injuries.
• 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 or electrical shock. Instead, use only a dry, lint-free cloth. For instructions on how
to clean the product: uu User's Guide/Basic User's Guide: Routine Maintenance.
DO NOT attempt to operate this product with a paper jam or with stray pieces of paper inside
the product. Prolonged contact of the paper with the drum unit could cause a fire.
DO NOT use a vacuum cleaner to clean up scattered toner. Doing this might cause the toner
dust to ignite inside the vacuum cleaner, potentially starting a fire. Please carefully clean the
toner dust with a dry, lint-free soft cloth and dispose of it according to local regulations.

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DO NOT inhale the toner powder. If toner powder is inhaled, please follow these steps
immediately:
• Move to an area with plenty of fresh air.
• Gargle and rinse your mouth out with plenty of water.
• If you develop a cough or any other symptoms soon after inhaling the toner, consult your
doctor immediately.
If toner powder is swallowed, rinse your mouth immediately and drink plenty of fresh water to
dilute the toner. Then consult your doctor immediately thereafter. For more safety information
regarding the toners used in your product, please visit the following web address to read the
Safety Data Sheets http://sds.brother.co.jp/sdsapp/index.html, which include important
information about the chemical composition of the toners and the precautions to take in case of
overexposure to toner.
HOT SURFACE
After you have just used the product, some internal parts of the product will be extremely hot.
Wait at least 10 minutes for the product to cool down before you touch the internal parts of the
product.
(MFC and DCP only)
When moving the product, grasp the side handholds firmly from the front of the product. The
side handholds are located under the scanner. DO NOT carry the product by holding it at the
bottom.

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(DCP-8150DN/8155DN/MFC-8710DW/8910DW/8950DW(T) only)
This product is heavy and weighs more than 39.7 lb. (18.0 kg) including paper. To prevent
possible injuries at least two people should lift the product by holding it from the front and back.
If you use a Lower Tray, DO NOT carry the product with the Lower Tray as you may be injured
or cause damage to the product because it is not attached to the Lower Tray.
CAUTION
(MFC and DCP only)
To prevent injuries, be careful not to put your fingers in the areas shown in the illustrations.

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Important
DO NOT remove or damage any of the caution or warning labels inside the product.
Note
Lightning and power surges can damage this product. We recommend that you use a quality
surge protection device on the AC power line and any telephone (RJ-11) (MFC only) or
Ethernet (RJ-45) cable (Network models only) plugged into the product.
190°C
374°F