Brother MFC 240C User Manual

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Important safety instructionsA
1 Read all of these instructions.
2 Save them for later reference.
3 Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
4 Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning the inside of the machine. Do not use 
liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
5 Do not use this product near water.
6 Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may fall, causing 
serious damage to the product.
7 Slots and openings in...

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„If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
„If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed, 
adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper 
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by 
a qualified technician to restore the product to normal operation.
„If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
„If the product exhibits a distinct...

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If this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in 
advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. But if advance notice isnt 
practical, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible. Also, you will be 
advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary.
The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations or procedures 
that could affect the operation of...

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Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Declaration of 
Conformity (USA only)A
declares, that the products
Product Name: MFC-240C
comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This 
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference 
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital...

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Legal limitations for copyingA
Color reproductions of certain documents are illegal and may result in either criminal or civil 
liability. This memorandum is intended to be a guide rather than a complete listing of every 
possible prohibition. In case of doubt, we suggest that you check with counsel as to any particular 
questionable documents.
The following documents issued by the United States/Canadian Government or any of its 
Agencies may not be copied:
„Money
„Bonds or other certificates of...

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TrademarksA
The Brother logo is a registered trademark of Brother Industries, Ltd.
Brother is a registered trademark of Brother Industries, Ltd.
Multi-Function Link is a registered trademark of Brother International Corporation.
© 2006 Brother Industries, Ltd. All rights reserved.
Windows and Microsoft are registered trademarks of Microsoft in the U.S. and other countries.
Macintosh and TrueType are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.
PaperPort is a registered trademark of...

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TroubleshootingB
IMPORTANT
For technical help, you must call the country where you bought the machine. Calls must be made 
from within that country.
 
If you think there is a problem with your machine, check the chart below and follow the 
troubleshooting tips. 
Most problems can be easily resolved by yourself. If you need additional help, the Brother 
Solutions Center offers latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. Visit us at 
http://solutions.brother.com
.
If you are having difficulty with your...

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White horizontal lines appear in text 
or graphics.Clean the print head. (See Cleaning the print head on page 98.)
Try using the recommended types of paper. (See Acceptable paper and other 
media on page 10.) 
The machine prints blank pages. Clean the print head. (See Cleaning the print head on page 98.)
Characters and lines are stacked. Check the printing alignment. (See Checking the printing alignment on page 99.)
Printed text or  images are  skewed. Make sure...

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Printing Received Faxes
DifficultySuggestions
Condensed print and white streaks 
across the page or the top and 
bottom of sentences are cut off.You probably had a bad connection, with static or interference on the telephone 
line. Ask the other party to send the fax again.
Vertical black lines when receiving. The senders scanner may be dirty. Ask the sender to make a copy to see if the 
problem is with the sending machine. Try receiving from another fax machine.
Received color fax prints only in...

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Transmission Verification Report 
says ‘Result:NG’ or 
‘Result:ERROR’.There is probably temporary noise or static on the line. Try sending the fax again. 
If you send a PC FAX message and get ‘Result:NG’ on the Transmission 
Verification Report, your machine may be out of memory. If the problem continues, 
ask the telephone company to check your phone line.
If you often get transmission errors due to possible interference on the phone line, 
try changing the...