Sony HANDYCAM DCR-DVD408 Operating Manual page 3

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
For your protection, please read these safety
instructions completely before operating
the appliance, attd keep this manual for
future reference.
Carelidly observe all warnings, precautions
and instructions oil the appliance, or the one
described in the operating instructions :utd
adhere to them.
PowerSources
This set should be operated only fl'om tile type of
power source indicated on the marking label. If
you are not sure of tile type of electrical power
supplied to your home. consuh your dealer or
local power company. For those sets designed to
operate llonl
battely power, or other sources, relcr
to the operating instructions.
Polarization
This set may be equipped with a polarized ac
power cord plug (a plug having one blade wider
than tim other).
This plug will fit into the power outlet only one
way. This is a sat_sty Ii:amre. If you are unable to
insert tile plug Ihlly into the outlet, IiT reversing
the plug. If the plug should still tail to fit, contact
your electrician to have a suitable out]et installed.
Do not delt_at the sat_sty purpose of the polarized
plug by b)rcing it in.
Overloading
Do not o_, erload wall onllets, extensioll cords or
corn enience rccept_lcles beyond their Cal)_city_
since this can result in fire or electric shock.
ObjectandLiquid Entry
Ne_er push objects oI any kind into the set
through ol?enings as they may touch dangerous
voltage points or sllort out parts that could rcsull
m a fire or electric shock. Norm- spill liquid of any
kind on the set.
Attachments
Do not use _lttilchlllenls llOt rccolnnlcllded by the
n/_mul_lcturcr. _Ls they Inay cause h_Lzal'dS.
Cleaning
Unplug tile set Irom tile wall outlet betbre
cleaning or polisbmg it. Do not useliquid cleaners
or aerosol cleaners. Use _L cloth lightly dampened
with water lot cleaning the exterior of tile set.
Water andMoisture
Do not use power-line operated _ts near water
Ibr example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen
sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basemenL or near a
swimming pool, etc.
Power-Cord Protection
Route tile power cord so thai it is not likely to be
walked on or pinched by items placed upon or
against thmn, paying particular atrcmion to tile
plugs, receptacles, and the point where the cord
exits I?om tile appliance.
Accessories
Do not placc tile set on an unstable cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table. The set may lidl. causing
serious in.iul3' to a child or an aduh, and serious
damage to tile set. Use only a carl, stand, tril?od,
bracket, or table recommended by the
ii/anul_lc[urcr,
Ventilation
Tile slots and openings in the cabinet arc provided
Ibr necessau ventilatkm. To ensure reliable
operation of tile set, and to protect it liom
overheating, these slots and openings must never
be blocked or covered.
Never cover tile slots and openings with a cloth
or other nlalcrials.
Never block the slots and openings by placing
tile set on a bed. sola, rug, or ()tiler similar
sur|ace.
Never place the set in a confined space, such as
a bookcase, or built-in cabinet, unless proper
ventilation is provided.
Do not place tile set near or over a radiator or
heat register, or where it is exposed to direct
sunlight.
Continued._
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