Important Safety Precautions - Tascam DP-004 Owner's Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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 radiators, 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 blades 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 receptacles, 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. Do not expose this apparatus to
drips or splashes.
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Do not place any objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
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Do not install this apparatus in a confined space such as a book case or
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similar unit.
The apparatus should be located close enough to the AC outlet so that you
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can easily grasp the power cord plug at any time.
The main plug is used as the disconnect device; the disconnect device
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should remain readily operable.
An apparatus with Class I construction shall be connected to an AC outlet
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with a protective grounding connection.
Batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) should not be exposed to
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excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hear-
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ing loss.
This product uses batteries. Misuse of batteries could cause a leak, rupture
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or other trouble. Always abide by the following precautions when using
batteries.
Never recharge non-rechargeable batteries. The batteries could rupture or
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leak, causing fire or injury.
When installing batteries, pay attention to the polarity indications (plus/minus
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(+/–) orientation), and install them correctly in the battery case as indicated.
Putting them in backward could make the batteries rupture or leak, causing
fire, injury or stains around them.
When throwing used batteries away, follow the disposal instructions indi-
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cated on the batteries and the local disposal laws.
Do not use batteries other than those specified. Do not mix and use new
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and old batteries or different types of batteries together. The batteries could
rupture or leak, causing fire, injury or stains around them.
Do not carry or store batteries together with small metal objects. The batter-
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ies could short, causing leak, rupture or other trouble.
Do not heat or disassemble batteries. Do not put them in fire or water.
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Batteries could rupture or leak, causing fire, injury or stains around them.
If the battery fluid leaks, wipe away any fluid on the battery case before
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inserting new batteries. If the battery fluid gets in an eye, it could cause loss
of eyesight. If fluid does enter an eye, wash it out thoroughly with clean water
without rubbing the eye and then consult a doctor immediately. If the fluid
gets on a person's body or clothing, it could cause skin injuries or burns. If
this should happen, wash it off with clean water and then consult a doctor
immediately.