Brother ADS-2500We, ADS-2000e Safety Guide

ADS-2000e

NOTE

Product Safety Guide

ADS-2000e ADS-2500We

Please read this booklet before attempting to operate the machine, or before attempting any
maintenance. Failure to follow these instructions may result in an increased risk of fire, electrical
shock, personal injury or damage to property suffocation. Brother shall not be liable for personal
injury or property damage caused where the product owner has failed to follow instructions set
out in this guide.

ADS-2500We

USA/CAN Version 0

How to use this guide:

1 Read the whole guide before using your machine and keep it for later reference.

2 Carefully follow the instructions set out in this guide and always ensure that you follow all

warnings and instructions marked on the product.

3 If you have concerns about how to use your machine having read this guide, please refer to

your local Brother dealer or Brother Customer Service.

4 To ensure you understand all of the instructions, study the Symbols and Conventions used

in the documentation below.

Symbols and conventions used in the documentation

The following symbols and conventions are
used throughout 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 indicates advice about how you should
respond to a situation that may arise with your
machine and/or advice about how the operation
of the machine works with other features.

Prohibition icons indicate actions that
must not be performed.

This icon indicates that flammable
sprays may not be used.

This icon indicates that organic
solvents such as alcohol and liquids
may not be used.

Electrical Hazard icons alert you to
possible electrical shocks.

Fire Hazard icons alert you to the
possibility of fire.

Bold typeface identifies

Bold

Italics

(ADS-2500We
only)

Courier New

Follow all warnings and instructions marked
on the machine.

The illustrations in this guide show the
ADS-2000e.

specific buttons on the
machine’s control panel, or on
the computer screen.

Italicized typeface emphasizes
an important point or refers you
to a related topic.

Text in the Courier New font
identifies messages on the
LCD of the machine.

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WARNING

Compilation and Publication Notice

Under the supervision of Brother Industries, Ltd., this manual has been compiled and published,
covering the latest product descriptions and specifications.

The contents of this manual and the specifications of this product are subject to change without
notice.

Brother reserves the right to make changes without notice in the specifications and materials
contained herein and shall not be responsible for any damages (including consequential)
caused by reliance on the materials presented, including but not limited to typographical and
other errors relating to the publication.

Choosing a location

Put your machine on a flat, level, stable surface that is free of vibration and shocks, such as a
desk. Put the machine near a standard grounded electrical socket. Choose a location where the
temperature remains between 41 and 95°F (5 and 35°C) and the humidity is between 20 to 80%
and where there is no condensation.

DO NOT expose the machine to direct sunlight, excessive heat, open flames,
corrosive gasses, moisture or dust.

DO NOT place your machine on a carpet or rug, as this will expose it to dust. Doing so
may create a risk of an electrical short or fire. It may also damage the machine and/or
render it inoperable.

DO NOT place the machine near heaters, air conditioners, electric fans, refrigerators,
radiators, or water. Doing so may create the risk of a electrical short or fire should
water come into contact with the machine (including condensation from heating, air
conditioning, and/or ventilation equipment that may be sufficient to create a electrical
shock, short circuit or fire).

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CAUTION

DO NOT place the machine near chemicals or in a place where chemicals could be
spilled on it. Should chemicals come into contact with the machine, there may be a
risk of fire or electric shock. In particular, organic solvents or liquids such as
benzene, paint thinner, polish remover, or deodorizer may melt or dissolve the plastic
cover and/or cables, resulting in a risk of fire or electric shock. These or other
chemicals may also cause the machine to malfunction or become discolored.

The product should be placed so as not to come into contact with any wall or other
device. Otherwise, it could create a risk of overheating and/or fire.

Instead:

• Place the machine on a solid surface, never on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar soft
surface.

• Do not place this machine in a “built-in” installation unless adequate ventilation is
provided.

Avoid placing your machine in a high-traffic area. If you must place it in a high-traffic area,
ensure that the machine is in a safe location where it cannot be accidentally knocked-over,
which could cause injury to you or others and serious damage to the machine.

Ensure that cables and cords leading to the machine are secured so as not to pose a tripping
hazard.

DO NOT place this machine on an unstable or tilted cart, stand, table or on any tilted/slanted
surface. The machine is heavy and may fall, causing injury to you and serious damage to the
machine.

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IMPORTANT

Make sure that no part of the machine protrudes from the desk or stand where the machine
is located. In particular, do not leave the output tray open and extended beyond the edge of
a cabinet, table or stand when the machine is located on the edge of a cabinet, table, stand,
etc. As previously cautioned, make sure that the machine is located on a flat, level, and
stable surface free from vibration. Failure to observe these precautions could cause the
machine to fall, causing injury to you or others and serious damage to the machine.

• DO NOT place your machine next to sources of interference, such as speakers or the
base units of non-Brother cordless telephones. Doing so may interfere with the operation
of the machine's electronic components.

• DO NOT connect your machine to an AC power outlet controlled by wall switches or
automatic timers. Disruption of power can delete information from the machine's memory,
and repeated cycling of the power can damage the machine.

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WARNING

To use the machine safely

ELECTRICAL HAZARDS

Failure to follow the warnings in this section may create the risk of an electrical shock.
In addition, you could create an electrical short, which may create the risk of a fire.

There are high-voltage electrodes inside the machine. Before you access the inside of
the machine, including for routine maintenance such as cleaning, make sure you have
unplugged the power cord from the AC power outlet, as well as unplugged any
Ethernet (RJ-45) (ADS-2500We only) cables from the machine.

DO NOT push objects of any kind into the machine through slots or openings in the
casing, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts.

DO NOT continue using the machine if it has been dropped or the cabinet has been
damaged. Instead, unplug the machine from the power outlet and contact Brother
Authorized Service Personnel.

The machine should be connected to an AC power source within the range indicated
on the rating label. DO NOT connect it to a DC power source or inverter. Doing this
might cause an electrical shock. If you are not sure what kind of power source you
have, contact a qualified electrician.

If water, other liquids, or metal objects get inside the machine, immediately unplug the
machine from the AC power outlet and contact Brother Authorized Service Personnel.

Power Cord Safety:

• Use only the power cord supplied with this product.

• DO NOT allow anything to rest on the power cord.

• DO NOT place the machine where people can walk on the cord.

• DO NOT place the machine in a position where the cord is stretched or strain is
otherwise put on the cord, as it may become worn or frayed.

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• DO NOT use the machine or handle the cord if the cord has become worn or frayed.
If unplugging the machine, DO NOT touch the damaged/frayed part.

• Brother strongly recommends that you DO NOT use any type of extension cord.

This product was packaged in a plastic bag. To avoid suffocation, keep this plastic
bag away from babies and children. Do not use the bag in cribs, beds, carriages or
play pens. The bag is not a toy.

FIRE HAZARDS

Failure to follow the warnings in this section may create the risk of a fire.

DO NOT use flammable substances, any type of spray or an organic solvent/liquid that
contains alcohol or ammonia to clean the inside or outside of the machine. Doing this
may cause a risk of fire or electrical shock.

Do not disassemble or modify the machine, otherwise fire or electric shock may
result. If the machine requires repair, contact the place of purchase or Brother
Authorized Service Personnel.

If the machine becomes hot, releases smoke, or generates any strong or unusual
odors, immediately unplug the machine from the power outlet and call Brother
Customer Service.

DO NOT handle the plug with wet hands.

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