Samsung ML-4512ND-XAA - Manual (Page 221)

95 5. Maintenance
Storing the toner cartridge (or imaging unit)
Toner cartridge (or imaging unit) contain components that are
sensitive to light, temperature and humidity. Samsung suggests
users follow these recommendations to ensure optmal performance,
highest quality, and longest life from your new Samsung toner
cartridge.
Store this cartridge in the same environment in which the printer will
be used. This should be in controlled temperature and humidity
conditions. The toner cartridge (or imaging unit) should remain in its
original and unopened package until installation – if original
packaging is not available, cover the top opening of the cartridge
with paper and store in a dark cabinet.
Opening the cartridge package prior to use dramatically shortens its
useful shelf and operating life. Do not store on the floor. If the Toner
cartridge (or imaging unit) is removed from the printer, follow the
instructions below to store the toner cartridge (or imaging unit)
properly.
• Store the cartridge inside the protective bag from the original
package.
• Store lying flat (not standing on end) with the same side facing
up as if it were installed in the machine.
• Do not store consumables in any of the following conditions:
- Temperature greater than 40°C (104°F).
- Humidity range not less than 20% and not greater than 80%.
- An environment with extreme changes in humidity or
temperature.
- Direct sunlight or room light.
- Dusty places.
- A car for a long period of time.
- An environment where corrosive gases are present.
- An environment with salty air.
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Handling instructions
• Do not touch the surface of the photoconductive drum in the
cartridge.
• Do not expose the cartridge to unnecessary vibrations or shock.
• Never manually rotate the drum, especially in the reverse
direction; this can cause internal damage and toner spillage.
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Toner cartridge (or imaging unit) usage
Samsung Electronics does not recommend or approve the use of
non-Samsung brand toner cartridge (or imaging unit) in your printer
including generic, store brand, refilled, or remanufactured toner
cartridge (or imaging unit).