l Place the printer on a solid foundation. Avoid setting it on carpet,
chairs, or unstable surfaces.
l Use a grounded outlet; don’t use an adapter plug.
l
Avoid using electrical outlets that are controlled by wall switches—
if you accidentally turn off a switch, you could wipe out valuable
information and stop your printing.
l Keep your printer and computer away from base units for cordless
telephones.
l Avoid using an outlet on the same circuit breaker with large electri-
cal machines or appliances that might disrupt the flow of power to
your printer.
l Protect your printer from direct sunlight, and keep it away from
excessive heat, moisture, and dust. Make sure it’s not too close to a
heater or other heat source.
Once you’ve found a suitable location, look over the following
illustrations to familiarize yourself with the FX-286.
Figure 1-3. Front view of FX-286
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