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Using the
documentation
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Thank you for buying a Brother machine! 
Reading the documentation will help you 
make the most of your machine.
Symbols and conventions 
used in the documentation
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The following symbols and conventions are 
used throughout the documentation.
Note
Illustrations in this User’s Guide are based 
on the DCP-7040.
General information
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Bold
Bold style identifies keys on the 
machine control panel or 
computer screen.
Italics
Italicized style emphasizes an 
important point or refers you to 
a related topic.
Courier
New
Courier New font identifies the 
messages shown on the LCD 
of the machine.
Warnings tell you what to do to 
prevent possible personal injury.
Cautions specify procedures you 
must follow or avoid to prevent 
possible damage to the machine or 
other objects.
Electrical Hazard icons alert you to a 
possible electrical shock.
Hot Surface icons warn you not to 
touch machine parts that are hot.
Incorrect setup icons alert you to 
devices and operations that are not 
compatible with the machine.
Note icons give useful tips.