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Do not overload electrical outlets, extension cords, or
integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk
of fire or electric shock. For products that require battery
power or other sources to operate, refer to the operating
instructions for that product.
Preventing Power Cord Damage
Arrange all power cords so that people or pets cannot walk
on the cords. Do not place objects on the cords. Do not lean
objects against the cords. Placing objects on or leaning
objects against cords can damage the cords. Give particular
attention to cords at the point at which the cord connects to
plugs, at the electrical outlets, and where the cords exit the
product.
Usage Warnings
Providing Ventilation
This product has openings for ventilation that protect it from
overheating. To ensure the reliability of this product, do the
following:
• Do not block or cover these openings.
• Do not place entertainment devices (such as VCRs or
DVDs), lamps, books, vases with liquids, or other objects
on top of this product.
• Do not place this product in any of the following locations:
- On a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface
- Near heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that
produce heat
- In an enclosure, such as a bookcase or rack, unless the
installation provides proper ventilation
Selecting a Proper Location
Place this product in a location that is close enough to an
electrical outlet and where the power cord is easily
accessible to be disconnected from the wall outlet or from
the rear panel of the product.
Important: The power cord is the mains power supply
disconnect device.
Place this product on a stable surface. The surface must
support the size and weight of this product.
Cleaning This Product
Before cleaning this product, unplug it from the electrical
outlet. Use a damp cloth to clean this product. Do not use a
liquid cleaner or an aerosol cleaner. Do not use a magnetic/
static cleaning device (dust remover) to clean this product.
Heed Warnings
Adhere to all warnings on the product and in the operating
instructions.
Read, Retain, and Follow
These Instructions
Read all of the instructions before you operate this product.
Follow all operating instructions that accompany this product.
Retain the instructions for future use. Give particular attention
to all safety precautions.
Comply With Warnings
Avoid electric shock. Comply with all warnings and cautions in
the operating instructions, as well as those that are affixed to
this product.
Power Warnings
Providing a Power Source
A label on this product indicates the correct power source for
this product. Operate this product only from an electrical outlet
with the voltage and frequency indicated on the product label.
If you are uncertain of the type of power supply to your home
or business, consult your cable service provider or your local
power company.
Grounding This Product (U.S.A. and Canada Only)
If this product is equipped with either a three-prong (grounding
pin) safety plug or a two-prong (polarized) safety plug, follow
these safety guidelines to properly ground this product.
• For a 3-prong plug (one prong on this plug is a protective
grounding pin), insert the plug into a grounded mains,
3-prong outlet.
Note: This plug fits only one way. If you are unable to insert
this plug fully into the outlet, contact your electrician to
replace your obsolete outlet.
• For a 2-prong plug (a polarized plug with one wide blade and
one narrow blade), insert the plug into a polarized mains,
2-prong outlet in which one socket is wider than the other.
Note: If you are unable to insert this plug fully into the outlet,
try reversing the plug. If the plug still fails to fit, contact an
electrician to replace your obsolete outlet.
Overloading
WARNING: Avoid personal injury and damage
to this product! An unstable surface may cause this
product to fall.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: To avoid electric shock and fire
hazard, match the plug and outlet connections
carefully, then fully insert. If the plug and outlet do
not match, or you cannot fully insert the plug, contact
an electrician to update your power outlets.
WARNING: Avoid electric shock! Unplug this
product before cleaning.
WARNING: Avoid electric shock and fire
hazard! Do not overload mains AC outlets and
extension cords. For products that require battery
power or other power sources to operate them,
refer to the operating instructions for those
products.
