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Important Safety Instructions
1. Read Instructions – All the safety and operating instruc-
tions should be read before the product is operated.
2. Retain Instructions – The safety and operating instruc-
tions should be retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings – All warnings on the product and in
the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions – All operating and use instructions
should be followed.
5. Cleaning - Unplug this product from the wall outlet
before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol
cleaners. Use a damp, soft cloth for cleaning.
6. Water and Moisture - Do not use this product near
water - for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl,
kitchen sing or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near
a swimming pool; and the like.
7. Accessories - Do not place this product on an unstable
cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table. The product may
fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and
serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart,
stand, tripod, bracket or table recommended by the
manufacture, or sold with the product. Any mounting
of the product should follow manufacture’s instructions
and should use a mounting accessory recommended
by the manufacture.
8. Ventilation - Slots and openings in the cabinet are
provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation
of the product and to protect it from overheating, and
these openings must not be blocked or covered. The
openings should never be blocked by placing the pro-
duct on a bed, sofa, rug, or other smimilar surface. This
product should not be placed in a built-in installation
such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is
provided or the manufacture’s instructions have been
adhered to.
9. Power Sources - This product should be operated only
from the type of power source indicated on the marking
label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply
to your home, consult your product dealer or local
power company. For products intended to operate from
battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating
instructions.
10. Grounding and Polarization - This product may be
equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug
(a plug having one blade wider than the other). This
plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is
safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully
into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should
still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your
obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized plug.
11. Power-Cord Protection - Power supply cords should
be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or
pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying
particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
product.
12. Lightning - For added protection for this product
during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended
and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from
the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable
systems. This will prevent damage to the product due
to lightning and power-line surges.
13. Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets, extensions
cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this cas
result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
14. Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects of any
kind into this product through openings as they may
touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that
could result in a fire or electric shock. Do not expose
this apparatus to dripping or splashing, and ensure that
no objects filled with water, such as vases, are placed
on the apparatus.
15. Servicing - Do not attempt to service this product
yourself as opening or removing covers may expose
you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all
servicing to qualified service personnel.
16. Damage Requiring Service - Unplug this product from
wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified personnel
under the following conditions:
• When power supply cord or plug is damaged;
• If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into
product;
• If the product does not operate normally by following
the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls
that are covered by the operating instructions as an
improper adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and will require extensive work by a quali-
fied technician to restore the product to its normal
operation;
• If the product has been dropped or damaged in any
way;
• If the product exhibits a distinct change in
performance - this indicates a need for service.
17. Replacement Parts - When replacement parts are
required, be sure the technician has used replacement
parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same
characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized
subsitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other
hazards.
18. Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or
repairs to this product, ask the service technician to
perform safety checks to determine that the product is
in proper operating condition.
19. Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The product should be
mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by
the manufacturer.
20. Heat - The product should be situated away from heat
sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
21. [Refers to products equipped with vacuum tubes]
Tube Cage - For your safety and to protect the vacuum
tubes this product may be equipped with the factory
installed vacuum tube cage.
It is not recommended to remove the cage unless it is
required to change the vacuum tubes.
When the cage is removed - do not touch the vacuum
tubes - they may be hot and burn the skin!
