ImportantSafeguardsand Precautions
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RETAINALL SAFETYAND OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS.HEEDALL WARNINGS
INTHEMANUALAND ONTHE UNIT
INSTALLATION
POWER SOURCE CAUTION
Operate only from a power source indiCated on the unitor in
thismanual. If necessary, have your Electdc Utility Service
Company or Video products Dealer vedfy thepower soume
in your home.
2 POLARIZED OR GROUNDING PLUG
ASasafety feature, this Video productcomes with either
a polarized power cordplug (one blade is wider than the
other), or a three-wire grounding type plug.
P A TI :
This plug willonly fit intoan outlet one way. If you cannot
fullyinsert the plug,try reversing it. If it stillwil/not fit,
have an electdsian installthe proberwall outlet.
DOnot defeat the safety feature by tamperingwith the plug.
GROUNDING PLUG CAUTION:
This plug will only fitintoa three-hole groundingoutlet.
If r_cessary have an electrician installthe proper outlet.
DOnotdefeat the safety eature by tampepog withthe plug.
3 POWER CORD
Make sure power cordsare routedso that they are not likely
to have atnything reston them, roll over them. or be inthe
way of walkingtraffic. If an extensioncOrd isused, make sure
it also has either a belarized orgrounded plug and that the
cordscan be securelyconnected. Frayed cords,damaged
pluJgs,and damaged orcracked wire insulationare hazardous
andshould be replaced bya qualified service technician.
Oveedeqed outlets and extension cords are fire hazards and
should be avoided.
4 DO NOT BLOCK VENTILATION HOLES
Ventilation openings in thecabinet release heat generated
during operation,fftbey are blocked, heat build-up insidethe
unitcan cause failures that may result ina fire hazard or heat
damage to cassettes,
For protection,fellow these rules:
a. Never cover ventilation slotsorthe unit
whilein use, oroperate the unitwhen placed
on a bed, sofa,rug, or othersoftsurface.
b. Avoid buifi-in installation,such as a book case
or rack, unlessproperventilation isprovided.
5 AVOID EXTREMELY HOT LOCATIONS OR
SUDDEN TEMPERATURE CHANGES
DOnot place the unit over or near any kindof heater
or regulator,in direct sunlight,insidea elosed vehicle, etc..
DOnot move the unit seddenly between areas of extreme
temperature variation, ff theunit issuddenly moved froma
cold place to a warm place, moisture may condensein the
unitand on thetape.
6 TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY
• Do notplace unsecuredequipment on aslopingsurface.
1 SAFE ANTENNA AND CABLE CONNECTION
If an Outsideantenna or cable system
isconnected to the equipment, _c _ o_
be sure the aofenna or cable system ,../.__.=.=_" _L"_ ='="
is grounded soas to provide some "*4
protectionagainst built up static
charges and voltage surges,
Sechon 810 of the National _c_'c_"_.,_
Eldctf_el Code, ANSt/NFPA 70 _ _=,_.=_
(in Canada, part t of the Canadian [ _'**=_'= ......
EleCtriCalCode) providesinformation _ _lf_///;_(_=,_,Qc,_,_
with respect to proper grounding of the _L._ _._ =.,,_=_._._
mast and supportingstructure,grounding _=.=._
of thelead-in wire to an antenna discharg_eunit,
size of grounding conductors,locationot antanna discharge unit, connection
to groundingelectrodes and requirements for the groundingelectrode,
2 KEEP ANTENNA CLEAR OF HIGH VOLTAGE POWER UNES
OR CIRCUITS
An outside antenna System should be located well away from power lines,
electriclight or power circuitsand where it will nevercome into contact with
these power sources if it should happen to fall. When installingan outside
antenna, extreme Careshould be taken to avoid touching power lines, circuits
or other power sources as this could be fatal.Because of the hazards
involved,antenna installationshould be left to a professional.
IUSING THE VIDEO UNIT I
If the unit has been in storage or moved to a new location,
refer first to the tNSTALLATtON section ol these safeguards.
1 KEEP THIS VIDEO UNIT AWAY FROM WATER OR
MOISTURE OF ANY KIND.
2 IF EQUIPMENT IS EXPOSED TO RAIN, MOISTURE, OR
STRONG IMPACT, unplugthe unitand have it inspected by aqualified
service technician before use.
3 DURING AN ELECTRICAL STORM
DPOnga lightningstorm, whetherindoors or outdoors,or before leaving the
unit unusedfor exlended pehods of time, disconnectell equipmentfrom the
power source as well as the antenna and cable system.
4 WHEN THE UNIT IS PLUGGED IN
•Never expose the unitto rainor water. DO NOT OPERATE
if liquidhas been spilled into the unit. Immediately unpluJgthe unit,
and have it inspected by aservice technician. Fireand shock hazards
can result from eisctricelshorts caused by liquidcontact inside.
• Never droporpushany objectthrough openJngsinIhe unit. Some internalparts
carryhazardousvoltagesand contactcancause electricshockorfirehaZard.
•AVOWplacingthe unitdirectlyabove or below your3_" set as this may cause
electrical interference. Keep all magnets away from electronic equipment.
5 USING ACCESSORIES
Use only accessoites recommended bythe manufacturer to avoid risk of fire,
shock,or otherhazards.
6 CLEANING THE UNIT
Unplug the unit.Then, use a clean, dry,chemical,ly untreated clothto gently
remove dust or deb is. DO NOT USE cleaning fluids, aerosols,o forced a
thatCOuldover-spray, orseep into the unit and cause electricalshock.
Any substance suchas wax, adhesive tape, etc. may mar the cabinetsurface.
Exposure to greasy, humid, ordustyareas may adversely affectintemel parts.
•Do notplace this uniton any support
thatis not firm, level, and adequately _ ISERVICE I
strong.The unitCouldfall causing
seriousldiury to a child oradult and 1 DO NOT SERVICE THIS PRODUCT YOURSELF
damage to the unit, If, aftercarefully followingthe detailed operating instructions,this Video
•An appliance and caft combination productdoes not operate proberly, do not attempt to open or remove covers,
chould be moved withcare, or make any adjustments notdescribed in the manual.
Quick stops, excessive force, and Unplug the unitand contact a qualifiedservice technician.
uneven surfaces may cause the 2 IF REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE REQUIRED
appliance and cart Combination to ovedum. Make sure the service technician uses onJ_/partsspecified by the manufacturer,
•Carefully follow all operatinginstructions and use orthose having the same safety charactensticsas the original pads. The use of
the manufacturers recommended acoessenes when unaelhonzed substitutes mayresult in fire, electricshoCk,or other hazards.
operating this unitor connectingit to any other equipment 3 HAVE THE SERVICE TECHNICIAN PERFORM A SAFETY CHECK
Afterany service or repairs to the unit, request the service technician to
conducta thoroughsafety check as described in the manufacture's service
literature to insure that the video unitis in safe operatingcondition.
Safety Precautions
Warning: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture.
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_ _._ /_ This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may have sufficient magnitude to cause
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_ I" _"_' -- electric shock. Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part of this unit,
Z_ Tbla symbol alerts the user that important Jiterature concerning the operation and maintenance of
this unit has been included, Therefore, it should be read carefully in order to avoid any problems.
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