Brother MFC-L2880DW 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
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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-L2400D / HL-L2405W / HL-L2460DW / HL-L2460DWXL / HL-L2865DW / DCP-B7640DW / DCP-L2640DW / DCP-L2660DW /
HL-L2480DW / MFC-L2807DW / MFC-L2820DW / MFC-L2820DWXL / MFC-L2880DW
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Brother MFC-L2880DW Specifications

General

Brand	Brother
Model	MFC-L2880DW
Category	Printer
Language	English

Summary

Symbols and Conventions Used in Documentation

WARNING Definitions

Defines the WARNING symbol and its implications for safety.

CAUTION Definitions

Defines the CAUTION symbol and its implications for safety.

Hot Surface Warning

Warns about hot surfaces and the prohibition icon.

Electrical Hazard Warning

Alerts to electrical hazards and prohibition icons.

Fire Hazard Warning

Alerts to fire hazards and prohibition icons.

Choosing a Safe Location for Your Product

Environmental Conditions for Placement

Specifies temperature and humidity requirements for product placement.

Environmental Hazards and Precautions

Avoid Proximity to Heat and Water

Warns against placing the product near heaters, water, or in wet areas.

Protect from Sunlight and Chemicals

Advises protection from direct sunlight, heat, flames, gases, moisture, dust, and chemicals.

Ensure Stable Placement and Ventilation

Connect the Product Safely

Electrical Hazards During Connection

Warns of electrical shock and fire risk from improper connection.

Power Cord and Plug Safety

High-Voltage Electrodes and Object Insertion

Warns about high-voltage parts and not inserting objects into openings.

Handling Plug and Cord Safely

Advises against handling wet plugs, using worn cords, or dropping objects on plugs.

AC Power Source Connection

Use the Product Safely

Plastic Bag Suffocation Hazard

Product Dismantling and Servicing

Advises against dismantling or self-servicing due to shock/warranty risks.

Handling Damaged or Wet Products

Instructs to unplug and contact service if product is dropped, damaged, or exposed to liquid.

Thunderstorm and Lightning Safety

FIRE HAZARDS

Flammable Substances and Cleaning

Paper Jams and Fuser Unit

Toner Spills and Vacuum Cleaners

Metal Objects and Internal Parts

Warns that metal objects contacting internal parts can cause fire or shock.

HOT SURFACE Warnings

Internal Parts Cooling Time

Product Overheating and Liquid Spills

Instructs to unplug if product overheats, smokes, smells, or spills liquid.

Telephone Line Safety

Power Cord Safety

Grounded Plug and Outlet Usage

Cord Placement and Handling

Extension Cords and Cable Specifications

Important Safety Instructions

Power Outlet and Circuit Connections

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Declaration

FCC Part 15 Compliance Statement

Declares compliance with FCC Part 15, including conditions for operation.

FCC Compliance and RF Exposure

Harmful Interference Mitigation

RF Exposure Guidelines

Advises maintaining distance from the product for RF exposure compliance.

Laser Safety and FDA Regulations

Class 1 Laser Product Certification

FDA Laser Product Regulations

Internal Laser Radiation Warning

Warns against using controls not specified, as it may expose users to hazardous radiation.