Sony HANDYCAM DCR-HC52 Operating Manual page 3

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
For your protection, please read these sali_ty
instructions completely before operating
the appliance, and keep this mamtal lk_r
limwe reference.
Carefully observe all warnings, precautions
attd instructions (m the appliance, or the one
described in the operating inslructions and
adhere to them.
Power Sources
This set should be operated only Iiom tile type of
power source indicated on the nlarking label. If
you are not surt2 of tile type of electrical power
supplied to your home, consuh your dealer or
local power conlpany. For those sets designed to
operate Ironl baltcl T power, or other
sources,
rclcr
to the operating instructions.
Polarization
This set nlay be equipped witll a polarized ac
power cord (mains lead) plug (a plug having one
blade wider than tile other).
This plug will fit into the power outlet only one
way. This is a safi:ty Ii:amre. lfyou arc unable to
insert file plug lhlly into file oullet, lry reversing
the plug. lfthe plug should still tail to fit, contact
your electrician to have a suitable out]el installed.
Do not deicat tile salcly purpo_ of tile polarized
plug by lorcing it in.
Overloading
Do not (Berload wall outlets/wall sockets),
extension cords or convenience receptacles
beyond their capacity, since this can resuh ill firc
or electric shock.
ObjectandLiquid Entry
Ne_er push objects oI any kind into tile sel
through openings as they may touch dangerous
xoltage points or short out parts thai coukl resuh
ill a Ih'e or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any
kind on tile seL
Attachments
Do not use attachn/cnts nol rccoll/incnded by the
ii/anul_lc[urcr, as they may cause hazards.
Cleaning
Unplug tile set irom tile wall oul]et (wall socket)
beibre cleaning or polishing it. Do not use liquid
cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a clofll lightly
dampened with water tot cleaning the exterior ot
the set.
WaterandMoisture
Do not use power-line operaled sels near wilter
Ibr exmnple, near a bathtub, w_,shbowh kitchen
sink, or laundry tub, ill a wel basemenl, or near a
swinlnling pooh etc.
Powercord(Mainslead)Protection
Route tile power coM/mains lead) so thai it is not
likely, to be walked on or pinched by items placed
upon or against them, paying particular attention
to the plugs, receptacles, and the point where the
cord exits fiom file appliancc.
Accessories
Do not place tile set on illl unstable cart, stzJnd.
tripod, bracket, or lable. Tile set may bdh causing
serious injm 3, to a child or an adult, and serious
damage 1o tile set. Use only a cart, sland, tripod,
brackeL or table reconlmended by tile
ii/anuI_lC[ urt2r.
Ventilation
Tile slots and openings
in tile c_,binet mc provided
lbr necessa U vmltilation. To ensure reliable
operation of the set, and to protect it li'om
overheating, these slots and openings nmst never
be blocked or covered.
Never cover the slots and openings wilh a cloth
or ()tiler Inaterials.
Never block the slots and openings by placing
tile sKIon a bed, sola. rug, or olher sinfilar
surIilce+
Never place tile sel in a confined space, such as
a bookcase, or bulb-in cabinet, un]ess proper
vcnlilation is provided.
Do not place tile set neiff or over a radiator or
heal regisler, or where il is exposed to direct
sunlighl.
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