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USING THIS UNIT SAFELY
Used for instructions intended to alert the
user to the risk of injury or material
damage should the unit be used
improperly.
* Material damage refers to damage or
other adverse effects caused with
respect to the home and all its
furnishings, as well to domestic animals
or pets.
Used for instructions intended to alert the
user to the risk of death or severe injury
should the unit be used improperly.
The symbol alerts the user to things that must be
carried out.The specific thing that must be done is
indicated by the design contained within the circle.In the
case of the symbol at left, it means that the power-cord
plug must be unplugged from the outlet.
The symbol alerts the user to important instructions or
warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol is
determined by the design contained within the triangle.In
the case of the symbol at left, it is used for general
cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger.
The symbol alerts the user to items that must never be
carried out (are forbidden).The specific thing that must
not be done is indicated by the design contained within
the circle. In the case of the symbol at left,it means that
the unit must never be disassembled.
About WARNING and CAUTION Notices About the Symbols
ALWAYS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING
WARNING
• Do not open or perform any
internal modications on the
unit. (The only exception would
be where this manual provides
specic instructions which should be
followed in order to put in place user-
installable options; see p. 6.)
• Do not attempt to repair the unit,
or replace parts within it (except
when this manual provides
specic instructions directing
you to do so). Refer all servicing to your
retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center,
or an authorized Roland distributor, as
listed on the “Information” page.
• Never install the unit in any of
the following locations.
6Subject to temperature
extremes (e.g., direct sunlight
in an enclosed vehicle, near
a heating duct, on top of
heat-generating equipment);
or are
6Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet
oors); or are
6Exposed to steam or smoke; or are
6Subject to salt exposure; or are
6Humid; or are
6Exposed to rain; or are
6Dusty or sandy; or are
6Subject to high levels of vibration and
shakiness.
• This unit should be used only
with a rack or stand that is
recommended by Roland.
• When using the unit with a
rack or stand recommended by
Roland, the rack or stand must
be carefully placed so it is level
and sure to remain stable. If not using a
rack or stand, you still need to make sure
that any location you choose for placing
the unit provides a level surface that will
properly support the unit, and keep it from
wobbling.
WARNING
• Do not allow any objects (e.g.,
ammable material, coins, pins);
or liquids of any kind (water,
soft drinks, etc.) to penetrate
the unit.
• In households with small
children, an adult should
provide supervision until the
child is capable of following all
the rules essential for the safe operation
of the unit.
• Protect the unit from strong
impact.(Do not drop it!)
CAUTION
• This (PDX-8 or PDX-6) for use
only with Roland stand MDS
series. Use with other stands is
capable of resulting in instability
causing possible injury.
• Try to prevent cords and cables
from becoming entangled. Also,
all cords and cables should be
placed so they are out of the
reach of children.
• Never climb on top of, nor place
heavy objects on the unit.
• Should you remove the stand
xing screw or tuning bolts,
keep them in a safe place out
of children’s reach, so there
is no chance of them being swallowed
accidentally.
CAUTION
• Do NOT place your ngers
inside the shell, as you may hurt
yourself or cause damage to
the PDX-8 or PDX-6. Or when
changing the head, do NOT touch any
of the internal parts. Also, do not insert
your ngers into the hole of the mounting
bracket.
Rim Sensor
Head
Sensor
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