Brother DCP-L3515CDW User Manual

Read this guide before attempting to operate the product, or before attempting any maintenance,
and ensure that you follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. If you have
concerns about how to use your product safely after reading this guide, contact Brother customer
service or your local Brother dealer. 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 the damage caused where the product owner has failed
to follow the instructions set out in this guide or on the product.
For more advanced instructions, information, and product specifications, see the Online User's
Guide at
support.brother.com/manuals.
Symbols and Conventions
Used in the Documentation
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.
Hot Surface icons warn you not to
touch product parts that are hot.
Prohibition icons indicate actions
that must not be performed.
Electrical Hazard icons alert you to
the possibility of an electric shock.
Fire Hazard icons alert you to the
possibility of a fire.
Product Safety Guide
HL-L3215CW / HL-L3220CW / HL-L3220CWE / HL-L3240CDW / HL-L8230CDW / HL-L8240CDW / DCP-L3515CDW /
DCP-L3520CDW / DCP-L3520CDWE / DCP-L3527CDW / DCP-L3555CDW / DCP-L3560CDW / MFC-L3740CDW /
MFC-L3740CDWE / MFC-L3760CDW / MFC-L8340CDW / MFC-L8390CDW
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Brother DCP-L3515CDW Specifications

General

Functions	Print, Copy, Scan
Print Resolution	2400 x 600 dpi
Monthly Duty Cycle	30, 000 pages
Automatic Duplex Printing	Yes
Paper Capacity	250 sheets
Compatible Operating Systems	Windows, macOS, Linux
Scan resolution	1200 x 1200 dpi
Max Paper Size	A4
Type	Colour Laser Printer
Connectivity	USB, Wi-Fi
Display	LCD
Mobile printing	Yes
Scanner type	Flatbed
Toner Yield (Color)	Approx. 1, 400 pages

Summary

Symbols and Conventions Used in the Documentation

Safety Warning Definitions

Defines WARNING, CAUTION, and IMPORTANT levels of hazard and potential consequences.

Choose a Safe Location for Your Product

Environmental Placement Conditions

Placement Near Heat Sources and Water

Warns against placing product near heaters, air conditioners, fans, refrigerators, or water.

Exposure to Environmental Hazards

Warns against exposure to sunlight, heat, flames, gases, moisture, dust, and chemicals.

Ventilation and Clearance Requirements

Stable Surface and Location

Stresses placing the product on a flat, stable surface and avoiding busy areas or unstable furniture.

Electrical Socket and Cable Management

Connect the Product Safely

Electrical Hazard Precautions

Warns about high-voltage electrodes and the risk of electric shock or fire from improper handling.

Wet Hand Handling Warning

Prohibits handling the product's plug with wet hands due to electric shock risk.

Use the Product Safely

Fire Hazard Warnings

Lists precautions to prevent fires, including avoiding flammable substances for cleaning.

Paper Jam and Toner Safety

Hot Surface Precautions

Alerts users to hot internal parts and recommends waiting for cooling before touching.

Product Malfunction Warnings

Power Cord Safety

Earthed Plug Usage

Emphasizes using the provided earthed plug and socket for safety.

Cord Handling and Maintenance

Details safe practices for handling, securing, and not damaging the power cord.

Extension Cord and Cable Restrictions

Lifting and Handling Precautions

Two-Person Lifting

Toner Handling and Safety

Toner Dust Exposure

Toner Contact First Aid