Recommendation for Regular Inspection of the Power Cord and Power Plug

30 Dec 2004

Contact the Customer Service Center or a service location
if any of the following problems are found.

There are burn marks on the power plug. It is possible that tracking phenomena have started. This is a dangerous condition.	A power plug prong is deformed.

The power supply goes off and on when the power cord is bent.	There are cuts, cracks, or indentations on the power cord.

A portion of the power cord becomes hot.

Handling and conditions such as those given below cause
electric shock and fire, and are dangerous.

Note: Items indicated below by a “” mark are countermeasures.

Dust or debris has accumulated on the power supply outlet and power plug.	The connector on the device side is loose.
Turn the power switch off, disconnect the power plug, and remove dust and debris with a dry cloth.	Push the connector firmly all the way in.

Stress is being applied to the power cord.

Position the power cord so that it is not subjected to stress.

Disconnecting the plug by pulling on the power cord.	Connecting or disconnecting the power plug with wet hands.
Always disconnect the power plug by pulling on the plug rather than the cord.	Dry your hands completely with a towel, etc., before connecting or disconnecting the power plug.

The power plug is loose.	The power cord has been bundled.
Push the power plug firmly all the way in.	Heat accumulates and is very dangerous. Be sure to extend the power cord when using it.

The power cord protrudes into a walkway.	The power cord is in front of a heater.
Position the power cord so that it will not catch on feet or be stepped on.	Position the power cord in a location that is not subjected to heat radiation.

The product or table tap is at a location on which water may come.	An excessive number of cords are connected.It is possible that the rated capacity of the table tap has been exceeded.
Water is the enemy of electricity. Do not use electrical products at a location on which water may come.	Do not connect an excessive number of cords.

Recommendation for Regular Inspection of the Power Cord and Power Plug - Canon HongKong