Installation locations, For long operating life, Safety precautions – Kodak 305 User Manual
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DO NOT LEAVE THE PRINTING UNIT OPEN
When the printer is moved with the printing unit open, it may cause injury or damage.
CLOSE THE PRINTING UNIT FIRMLY
Take care not to pinch your hand when closing the printing unit. When the printing unit is not closed firmly, it may open during
transportation and it may cause injury or damage.
DO NOT PUSH DOWN ON THE PRINTING UNIT OR THE DOOR
If you push down on the printing unit or the door when they are open, this printer may fall and it can cause damage or injury.
INSTALLATION LOCATIONS
MAINTAIN GOOD VENTILATION
Ventilation slots and holes are provided on the rear and both sides of this printer. Place the printer on a hard and level surface
and keep a space between the printer and the walls to ensure proper ventilation. When putting the printer on the system rack,
take a space between the printer and the back and sides of the rack.
SUITABLE LOCATIONS
Avoid shaky places or hot-springs areas where hydrogen sulfide and acidic ions are likely to be generated.
AVOID PLACES WITH HIGH HUMIDITY AND DUST
Do not place the printer at a high humidity and dusty locations. They can cause extensive damage to this printer. Avoid places
where the printer is likely to be exposed to oily fumes and vapors.
AVOID PLACES LIKELY TO BE EXTREMELY HOT
Places exposed to direct sunlight, or near heating appliances can attain extremely high temperatures, which may deform the
cabinet, or can become a prime cause of damage.
PLACE THE PRINTER ON A HORIZONTAL LEVEL
The printer is likely to be affected if it is placed in slanted conditions or in an unstable places.
PROTECT AGAINST DEW FORMATION
In extremely cold regions, if the printer is moved quickly from an extremely cold place to warmer one, dew is likely to be formed.
If dew is formed, printing is not possible.
OPERATING AMBIENT TEMPERATURE RANGE
The operating ambient temperature range is 15°C - 30°C (59°F - 86°F) and the humidity of 30% - 80% RH. When using the
printer on the system rack, be sure to keep this ambient temperature inside the rack.
Depending on the internal temperature, it may take some time to start printing.
FOR LONG OPERATING LIFE
UNSUITABLE MATERIALS FOR THE KODAK 305 PHOTO PRINTER
Coat flaking and deformation are likely to occur if the printer is wiped with chemical dusters, benzine, thinner or any other
solvent, if rubber or PVC items are left in contact with the printer for extended duration, or if the printer is sprayed with
insecticide.
CARE OF THE CABINET
Unplug and clean with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild soap and water solution. Allow to dry completely before
operating. Never use petroleum base solutions or abrasive cleaners.
HEAD ABRASION
The thermal head, like the video head, wears out. When it is abraded, it becomes hard to print out fine details of the picture. In
such a case, it is necessary to replace the thermal head. Consult with the sales dealer for replacing the head.
CONNECTING DEVICES
Read thoroughly “Operating Precautions” of the instruction booklets for the devices connected with the Kodak 305 Photo Printer.
The power cord must be disconnected after printing is over.
CAUTION ON RELOCATING
When transporting this printer, make sure it is not likely to be subjected to impacts. They can be a prime cause for damage.
Further, make sure to disconnect the power cord from the power outlet, and the cables from the connected devices.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS