Sony HANDYCAM DCR-HC52 Operating Manual page 4

g_PORTANT SAFEGUARDS IC+_tim_÷d}
Lightning
For added protection lor this set during a lightning
storm, or when it is left unattended and unused lbr
long periods of filne, unplug it fiom the wall
outlet (wall socket) and disconnect the antenna or
cable system. This will prcvem damage to the et
due to lightning and power-line surges.
Damage RequiringService
Unplug file sel l_onl tile wall outlel (wall sockel)
and relcr sc_wicing 1o qualified service personnel
under file lollowing condilions:
When tile power cord (mains lead) or plug is
danlaged or flayed.
If liquid llas b_n spilled or objects have lMlen
into the sel.
If the set has been exposed to rain or water.
If the set has been subjecl to excessive shock by
being dropped, or the cabinet llas been
damaged.
If lhe sel does not operale normally when
Iollowing the operaling instructions. Adjusl
only those conlrols that are specified ill the
operating instructions, hnproper adjustmenl of
other controls may rcsuh in damage and will
ofien require extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore tile set to normal operation.
When tile sel exhibits a distincl change ill
perlormance this indicates a need lor service.
Servicing
DO not attempt to selwiCc tile set yoursell as
opening
or
renloving covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Relcr all servicing to qualified selwice personnel.
Replacement parts
When replacelnenl parts arc required, be sure file
Sel_ ice teclmician has used replacement parts
specified by file nlanul,_cturer lhat have tile same
characteristics as file original parts.
Unauthorized subsfinltions may resuh in fire.
elecnic shock, or oilier hazards.
SafetyCheck
Upon colnpletion ol any selvice or repairs to tile
set, ask tile ser_ ice technician to perhwm routine
salcty checks (as specified by tile manut.,cturcr)
to dclermine thal lhe set is in sale operaling
condilkm.