Brother FAX-2890 Operating manual

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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 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 1
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
The illustrations in this guide show the
FAX-2890.
Product Safety Guide 1
(FAX-2890 / FAX-2990 / MFC-7290)
Prohibition icons indicate actions
that must not be performed.
Electrical Hazard icons alert you to
possible electrical shocks.
Fire Hazard icons alert you to the
possibility of a fire.
WARNING
CAUTION
Important
Hot Surface icons warn you not to
touch product parts that are hot.
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
buttons 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 the Courier New font
identifies messages on the
LCD of the product.
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Compilation and Publication Notice 1
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.
Choose a safe location for your product 1
Put your product on a flat, level, stable surface that is free from vibration and shocks, such as a
desk. Put the product near a telephone socket and a standard earthed electrical socket. Choose
a location where the temperature remains between 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 chemical spillage could occur. In
particular, organic solvents or liquids may cause the casing and/or cables to melt or dissolve,
risking fire or electrical shock. They may also cause the product to malfunction or become
discoloured.
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 100 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.
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 connect your product to electrical sockets controlled by wall switches or automatic
timers, or to the same circuit as large appliances, such as an air conditioner, copier, shredder,
etc. that might disrupt the power supply.
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. The product is heavy and may fall, causing injury to you, and serious damage to
the product. Particularly, if you have children, please make sure the product is located in a safe
position.

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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 anything in front of the product that will block printed documents or faxes.
• 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.
• Disruption of power can delete information from the product’s memory.

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General precautions 1
WARNING
Plastic bags are used in the packing of your product. To avoid danger of suffocation, keep these
plastic bags away from babies and children. Plastic bags are not toys.
• 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 near the product. DO NOT use any type of spray to
clean the inside or outside of the product. Doing so may cause a fire or electrical shock. For
instructions on how to clean the product, see Basic User’s Guide/Advanced User’s Guide:
Routine maintenance.
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.
Unplug this product from the wall socket before cleaning the inside or outside of the product. DO
NOT use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a dry, lint-free soft cloth for cleaning.

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Avoid using this product during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electrical
shock from lightning.
Be careful not to inhale the toner powder. In the unlikely event that toner 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 brought on by the inhalation of the toner,
please consult your doctor immediately.
If you happen to swallow some toner powder, rinse your mouth and drink plenty of fresh water
to dilute the toner. Then, please consult your doctor immediately.
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.
Use caution when modifying telephone lines. Never touch exposed telephone wiring or
terminals unless the telephone line has been unplugged at the wall socket. Never fit telephone
wiring during a lightning storm. Never fit a telephone wall socket in a wet location. Doing this
might cause an electrical shock.

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CAUTION
When moving the product, grasp the side handholds firmly from the front of the product.
Important
DO NOT remove or damage any of the caution or warning labels inside the product.

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Connecting the product safely 1
WARNING
There are high voltage electrodes inside the product. Before you clean the inside of the product,
make sure you have unplugged the telephone line cord first and then the power cord from the
electrical socket. Doing this will prevent an electrical shock.
DO NOT handle the plug with wet hands. Doing this might cause an electrical shock.
Always make sure the plug is fully inserted.
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, contact a
qualified electrician.
DO NOT allow anything to rest on the power cord. DO NOT place this product where people
may step on the cord.
To ensure safe operation, the supplied three-pin plug must be inserted only into a standard
three-pin electrical socket that is properly earthed through the standard electrical wiring.

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Only use the power cord supplied with this product.
DO NOT place this product in a position where the cord is stretched or where strain is otherwise
put on the cord. Doing so may cause the cord to become worn or frayed.
DO NOT use the product if the power cord is frayed or damaged. Doing so may cause an
electrical shock or a fire.
Brother strongly recommends that you DO NOT use any type of extension cord.

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Important Safety Instructions 1
1 This product is equipped with a 3-wire grounding type plug, a plug having two or three pins.
This plug will only fit into only 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.
2 DO NOT place anything on top of the power cord including this machine. DO NOT allow the
power cord to be stepped on.
3 DO NOT touch a document during printing.
4 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.
5 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.
WARNING
For protection against the risk of electrical shock, always disconnect all cables from the wall
outlet before servicing, modifying or installing the equipment.
Important
• This equipment may not be used on coin service lines provided by the telephone company or
connected to party lines.
• Brother cannot accept any financial or other responsibilities that may be the result of your use
of this information, including direct, special or consequential damages. There are no
warranties extended or granted by this document.

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Servicing the product 1
DO NOT attempt to service this product yourself because opening or removing covers may
expose you to dangerous voltage points and other risks and may void your warranty. If you
experience any problems with your machine, call Brother Customer Service or your local Brother
dealer.
WARNING
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 call your Brother dealer
or Brother Customer Service.
CAUTION
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. Call
your Brother dealer or Brother Customer Service.
Important
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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Product Warranty & Liability 1
Brother shall not be liable for any loss or damage that may arise from the use of the information
contained herein (including, without limitation, any direct, special or consequential damages).
Nothing contained herein shall affect any existing product warranty, or be construed as granting
any additional product warranty.
Approval Information 1
THIS EQUIPMENT IS DESIGNED TO WORK WITH A TWO WIRE ANALOGUE PSTN LINE
FITTED WITH THE APPROPRIATE CONNECTOR.
Brother advises that this product may not function correctly in a country other than where it was
originally purchased, and does not offer any warranty in the event that this product is used on
public telecommunication lines in another country.
IEC60825-1:2007 Specification (For 220-240V Models Only) 1
This product is a Class 1 laser product as defined in IEC60825-1:2007 specifications. The label
shown below is attached in countries where required.
Internal Laser radiation 1
Wave length: 775 - 800 nm
Output: 25 mW max.
Laser Class: Class 3B
WARNING
Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified in this
manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
This product has a Class 3B Laser Diode which emits invisible
laser radiation in the Laser Unit. The Laser Unit should not be
opened under any circumstances.

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Disconnect device 1
CAUTION
This product must be installed near an electrical socket that is easily accessible. In case of
emergencies, you must disconnect the power cord from the electrical socket to shut off power
completely.
Radio interference 1
This product complies with EN55022 (CISPR Publication 22)/Class B.

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documents and any other materials are all trademarks or registered trademarks of those
respective companies.

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Open Source Licensing Remarks 1
This product includes open-source software.
Please visit Brother Solutions Center at http://solutions.brother.com/ to view Open Source
Licensing Remarks and Copyright information.
Copyright and License 1
©2012 Brother Industries, Ltd. All rights reserved.
Other Information 1
FlashFX®is a registered trademark of Datalight, Inc.
FlashFX®Copyright 1998-2010 Datalight, Inc.
U.S.Patent Office 5,860,082/6,260,156
FlashFX®Pro™ is a trademark of Datalight, Inc.
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Copyright 1989-2010 Datalight, Inc., All Rights Reserved

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Unlawful use of copying equipment 1
It is an offence to make reproductions of certain items or documents with the intent to commit
fraud. The following is a non-exhaustive list of documents which it may be unlawful to produce
copies of. We suggest you check with your legal adviser and/or the relevant legal authorities if in
doubt about a particular item or document:
Currency
Bonds or other certificates of debt
Certificates of deposit
Armed forces service or draft papers
Passports
Postage stamps (cancelled or uncancelled)
Immigration papers
Welfare documents
Cheques or drafts drawn by governmental agencies
Identifying badges or insignias
In addition, driving licenses and/or Certificates of Title to motor vehicles may not be copied under
certain national laws.
Copyrighted works cannot be copied lawfully, subject to the “fair dealing” exception relating to
sections of a copyrighted work. Multiple copies would indicate improper use. Works of art should
be considered the equivalent of copyrighted works.