Using The Unit Safely - Boss AD-5 Owner's Manual

Used for instructions intended to alert
the user to the risk of death or severe
WARNING
injury
improperly.
Used for instructions intended to alert
the user to the risk of injury or material
damage should the unit be used
improperly.
CAUTION
* 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.
WARNING
• Before using this unit, make sure to read the
instructions below, and the Owner's Manual.
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• Do not open (or modify in any way) the unit or
its AC adaptor.
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• Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace
parts within it (except when this manual pro-
vides specific instructions directing you to do
so). Refer all servicing to your dealer, or quali-
fied Roland service personnel.
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• Never use or store the unit in places that are:
•Subject to temperature extremes (e.g., direct
sunlight in an enclosed vehicle, near a heat-
ing duct, on top of heat-generating equip-
ment); or are
•Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet
floors); or are
•Humid; or are
•Dusty; or are
•Subject to high levels of vibration.
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• Make sure you always have the unit placed so
it is level and sure to remain stable. Never
place it on stands that could wobble, or on
inclined surfaces.
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USING THE UNIT SAFELY

should the unit be
ALWAYS OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING
The symbol alerts the user to important instructions
or warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol is
determined by the design contained within the
used
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.
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.
• Be sure to use only the AC adaptor supplied
with the unit. Also, make sure the line voltage
at the installation matches the input voltage
specified on the AC adaptor's body. Other AC
adaptors may use a different polarity, or be
designed for a different voltage, so their use
could result in damage, malfunction, or electric
shock.
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• Avoid damaging the power cord. Do not bend
it excessively, step on it, place heavy objects on
it, etc. A damaged cord can easily become a
shock or fire hazard. Never use a power cord
after it has been damaged.
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• This unit, either alone or in combination with
an amplifier and headphones or speakers, may
be capable of producing sound levels that
could cause permanent hearing loss. Do not
operate for a long period of time at a high vol-
ume level, or at a level that is uncomfortable. If
you experience any hearing loss or ringing in
the ears, you should immediately stop using
the unit, and consult an audiologist.
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• Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable
material, coins, pins); or liquids of any kind
(water, soft drinks, etc.) to penetrate the unit.
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WARNING