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SCKLS does not provide Surge Protector or UPS (Uninterruptable Power Supply) devices for use on printers and/or copiers. The library should reference printer and/or copier product documentation or contact the product vendor directly to determine an appropriately sized surge protector or UPS recommendation for use with their product.

SCKLS recommends plugging printer, copier, shredders, space heaters and vacuum cleaners directly into an electrical receptacle. SCKLS does not recommend plugging any of these devices into any surge protectors and/or UPS that does not meet product specifications as identified by the vendor product documentation. Please contact the product vendor directly for further clarification.

WARNING: Any device exceeding the product VA/Watt rating should not be plugged into any surge protector or UPS device purchased directly through SCKLS. Surge protector and/or UPS devices provided by SCKLS are for use on computers and general network equipment. These devices are not rated for high drain devices, as listed below, which will not only void the product warranty, but may also damage the device.

• Laser printers
• Copiers
• Space heaters
• Paper shredders
• Vacuums
• Curling irons

WARNING: To avoid creating a fire hazard and most likely violating of your local fire code do not:

• Use extensions cords or daisy chain any surge protector or UPS.
• Use extension cords on any printer, copier or computer.

Questions regarding this policy should be directed to one of the following SCKLS staff:

1.  SCKLS Director of Information Technology
2. SCKLS Automation and Technology Services Coordinator

Implemented: 1/3/2023 - Revised: 1/3/2023