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Important Safety Instructions
1. Read Instructions – All the safety and operating instructions
should be read before the product is operated.
2. Retain Instructions – The safety and operating instructions
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 fol-
low 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 pro-
duct and to protect it from overheating, and these openings
must not be blocked or covered. The openings should
never be blocked by placing the product 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.
For products equipped with a separate power adapter
make sure to leave at least 5 cm (2 inches) free space on all
sides and top of the adapter.
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 ro-
uted 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 can
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 dan-
gerous 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 qualified 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 speci-
fied 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!
