Panasonic SDR-H18P, Service Manual

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1 Safety Precautions
1.1. General Guidelines
1. IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE
There are special components used in this equipment
which are important for safety. These parts are marked by
in the Schematic Diagrams, Circuit Board Layout,
Exploded Views and Replacement Parts List. It is essential
that these critical parts should be replaced with
manufacturer’s specified parts to prevent shock, fire, or
other hazards. Do not modify the original design without
permission of manufacturer.
2. An Isolation Transformer should always be used during the
servicing of AC Adaptor whose chassis is not isolated from
the AC power line. Use a transformer of adequate power
rating as this protects the technician from accidents
resulting in personal injury from electrical shocks. It will also
protect AC Adaptor from being damaged by accidental
shorting that may occur during servicing.
3. When servicing, observe the original lead dress. If a short
circuit is found, replace all parts which have been
overheated or damaged by the short circuit.
4. After servicing, see to it that all the protective devices such
as insulation barriers, insulation papers shields are properly
installed.
5. After servicing, make the following leakage current checks
to prevent the customer from being exposed to shock
hazards.
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SDR-H18P / SDR-H20P / SDR-H18PC / SDR-H20PC