Important Notice and Safety Instructions 11
Handling Ink Cartridges
Observe the following when handling the ink cartridges:
n Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children. Do not allow children to drink from or handle
the cartridges.
n Do not shake ink cartridges; this can cause leakage.
n Be careful when you handle used ink cartridges, as there may be some ink remaining around
the ink supply port. If ink gets on your skin, wash the area thoroughly with soap and water. If
ink gets into your eyes, flush them immediately with water. If discomfort or vision problems
remain after a thorough flushing, see a doctor immediately.
n Do not remove or tear the label on the cartridge; this can cause leakage.
n Install the ink cartridge immediately after you remove it from its package. If you leave a
cartridge unpacked for a long time before using it, normal printing may not be possible.
n Use the ink cartridge before the expiration date printed on its package.
n Do not dismantle ink cartridges or try to refill them. This could damage the print head.
n After bringing an ink cartridge inside from a cold storage site, allow it to warm up at room
temperature for at least three hours before using it.
n Store ink cartridges in a cool, dark place.
n Do not touch the green IC chip on the side of the cartridge. Doing so may prevent normal
operation and printing.
n The IC chip on this ink cartridge retains a variety of cartridge-related information, such as the
ink cartridge status, so that the cartridge may be removed and reinserted freely. However,
each time the cartridge is inserted, some ink is consumed because the product automatically
performs a reliability check.
n Do not place ink cartridges with the ink supply area facing down. This may result in ink
leakage. Also, dirt attached to the ink supply area may result in the product not functioning
properly.
Notice for CD/DVD/BD Discs
Before using the product, an operation check should be conducted to ensure the unit’s
functionality. Also, back up the data on the CD/DVD/BD, if needed. Data may be damaged or lost
in the following cases: