Additional Information
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Precautions
Use
• If your appliance has been stored in a cool place
for any length of time, during a journey for
example, wait for about 2 hours before using it.
• The openings located on the top and bottom
are for ventilation and must not be
obstructed.
• During thunderstorms, we recommend that
you isolate the appliance from the electrical
supply so that it is not damaged by electrical
or electromagnetic surges.
• This appliance is designed for continuous use.
Putting the DVD player into standby mode does
not disconnect it from the mains supply.To
completely isolate the equipment, remove the
plug from the mains socket as some components
remain connected to the electrical supply.
• If you notice any burning or smoke,
disconnect the appliance immediately to
avoid any risk of electrocution.
• Do not attempt to look inside the appliance
through the disk tray opening or any other
opening.You may be electrocuted or exposed
to laser radiation.
• This appliance is for domestic use only and
must not be used for industrial purposes.
• Total or partial copying of recordings
protected by copyright legislation, without
the explicit permission of the holder of the
rights, contravenes current legislation.
Copying or downloading music files for sale
or any other business purpose constitutes or
could constitute a violation of copyright law.
Cleaning
• Use a soft, dry, clean cloth. Regularly dust the
vents at the back or sides.
• Using solvents, abrasive or alcohol-based
products risks damaging the appliance.
• If an object or liquid enters inside the
appliance, unplug it immediately and have it
checked by an authorised engineer.
Handling and caring for discs
• Handle your discs with care. Hold the disc
with your fingers at the edges or through the
hole.
• Insert the disc with the label facing up (for a
single-sided disc).
• Place the disc properly into the tray in the
allotted holder.
• Use a soft cloth to clean discs if necessary,
always wiping from the centre to the edge.
• Always put discs back in their cases after use
and store in a vertical position.
• Do not close the tray with two discs in it or
with a disc not sitting correctly in the holder.
• Do not play cracked, chipped or warped
discs nor try to repair them with adhesive
tape or glue.
• Do not write on a disc.
• Do not move the player when a disc is being
played.
• Do not scratch discs or store them in places
exposed to direct sunlight, high humidity or
high temperatures.
• Do not use aerosol cleaners, benzene, anti-
static liquids or any other solvent for
cleaning discs.When cleaning, wipe gently
with a soft damp (water only) cloth from the
centre to the edge, avoiding circular motions,
which could cause scratches and interference
during playback.
Guarantee
• The type and production number of your
appliance are printed on the guarantee
certificate supplied with your appliance. Keep
this certificate as well as the invoice.These
documents are required in the event of
claiming your guarantee rights.
• All repairs during the guarantee period must
be carried out by an authorised engineer for
our brand. If this condition is not met, your
rights will no longer be valid.
• Never open the appliance yourself, since this
may put you at risk or damage the equipment.
THOMSON does not accept any liability if the
appliance is used in any way other than in
accordance with this manual.
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