Site requirements
Environmental specifications
Keep the printer within the environmental conditions shown in Table 1-4, Environmental
specifications, for optimum performance.
The printer must be kept in a proper location to maintain the performance level that has
been set at the factory. In particular, be sure that the environment adheres to the
specifications listed in this chapter.
Below are recommendations for the printer location and placement.
Make sure the printer has the following:
● A well-ventilated, dust-free area
● A surface that will support the particular printer model
● A hard, level surface (not more than a 2° angle)
● For the HP Color LaserJet 5500/5550, 5500n/5550, and 5500/5550dn, the surface must
support up to 60 kg (132 lb)
● For the HP Color LaserJet 5500dtn and HP Color LaserJet 5550dtn , the surface must
support up to 113 kg ( 250 lb)
● HP Color LaserJet 5500hdn and HP Color LaserJet 5550hdn, the surface must support
up to 128 kg (283 lb)
● For the HP Color LaserJet 5550hdn, the surface must support up to 144 kg (317 lb)
● A level surface that supports all four corners of the 500-sheet paper feeder
● A constant temperature and humidity (Do not install near water sources, humidifiers, air
conditioners, refrigerators, or other major appliances.)
Make sure to keep the printer away from the following:
● Direct sunlight, dust, open flames, or water
●
Direct flow of exhaust from air ventilation systems
● Magnets and devices that emit a magnetic field
● Areas subject to vibration
● Walls or other objects. There must be enough space around the printer for proper
access and ventilation.
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