Important Safety Instructions - Sharp HT-SB32D Operation Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Electricity is used to perform many useful functions, but
it can also cause personal injuries and property damage
if improperly handled. This product has been engineered
and manufactured with the highest priority on safety. Ho-
wever, improper use can result in electric shock and/or
fire. In order to prevent potential danger, please observe
the following instructions when installing, operating and
cleaning the product. To ensure your safety and prolong
the service life of this product, please read the following
precautions carefully before use.
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as ra-
diators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two bla-
des with one wider than the other. A grounding type
plug has two blades and a third grounding prong.
The wide blade or the third prong are provided for
your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into
your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement
of the obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience re-
ceptacles, and the point where they exit from the
apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table specified
by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is
used, use caution when moving
the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from
tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has
been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
Additional Safety Information
15) 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 pro-
duct dealer or local power company. For product
intended to operate from battery power, or other
sources, refer to the operating instructions.
16) Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets, exten-
sion cords, or integral convenience receptacles as
this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
17) 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.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this
appliance to dripping or splashing. No objects filled
with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the
apparatus.
18) Damage Requiring Service - Unplug this product
from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified
service personnel under the following conditions:
a. When the AC cord or plug is damaged,
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen
into the product,
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or wa-
ter,
d. 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 often re-
quire extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the product to its normal operation,
e. If the product has been dropped or damaged in
any way, and
f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in
performance - this indicates a need for service.
19) Replacement Parts - When replacement parts are
required, be sure the service technician has used
replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or
have the same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, elec-
tric shock, or other hazards.
20) Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or
repairs to this product, ask the service technician
to perform safety checks to determine that the pro-
duct is in proper operating condition.
21) Wall or ceiling mounting - When mounting the
product on a wall or ceiling, be sure to install the
product according to the method recommended by
the manufacturer.
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