Environmental Requirements of the Page Printer
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Environmental Requirements of the Page Printer
Places to Avoid
Avoid installing the printer in locations subject to:
• Direct drafts of hot or cold air
• Direct drafts from outside (Avoid locations near doors leading outside.)
• Sudden temperature or humidity changes
• Sources of high temperature, for example, near stoves or radiators
• Excessive dust
• Vibration
• Ammonia or other harmful fumes. (If you are planning to fumigate the room, or make liberal use of
insecticide, remove the printer first!)
• Excessive sunlight or humidity
• Lack of ventilation
• Low air pressure, e.g., located more than 2000 meters (6500 feet) above sea level.
Basic requirements
The printer will work best if it is installed in a location that is:
• Near the computer
If the parallel interface is used to connect the printer to the computer, the connecting cable should
be shielded type and not be longer than 3 meters (10 feet).
