Connecting The Power Cord; Power Cord Caution - Pioneer VSX-3600 Operating Instructions Manual

CONNECTING THE POWER CORD
AC Outlet
e IHustration shows U.S. Household electrical outlet
and Canadian models
For U.S., Canadian and Multi-voltage models.
AC OUTLETS (SWITCHED)
Power supplied through these outlets is turned on and off by the
receiver's POWER switch. Total electrical power consumption of
connected equipment should not exceed 100 W.
AC OUTLET (UNSWITCHED)
Power flows continually to this outlet, regardless of whether the
receiver's POWER switch is ON or OFF. Electrical power
consumption of the connected equipment should not exceed 200 W.
The equipment should be disconnected by removing the mains plug
from the wall socket when not in regular use, e.g. when on vacation.
NOTE:
Do not connect appliances with high power consumption such as
heaters, irons, or television sets to the AC OUTLETS, in order to
avoid overheating or fire risk.
This can cause the receiver to malfunction.
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CONNECTING THE POWER CORD
(For U.S. and Canadian models)
Household electrical outlets are provided with specific polarity, a live
side and a neutral (ground) side. This unit utilizes such polarity in order
to improve sound quality. As shown in the illustration, be sure to insert
the power plug so that its blades match the width of the slots in the
outlet.
Household electrical outlet.
Long slot is neutral
(ground) side.
Insert the wide blade
into the ground side slot.
POWER-CORD CAUTION
Handle the power cord by the plug. Do not pull out the plug by tugging
the cord and never touch the power cord when your hands are wet as
this could cause a short circuit or electric shock. Do not place the unit,
a piece of furniture, etc,. on the power cord, or pinch the cord. Never
make a knot in the cord or tie it with other cords. The power cords
should be routed such that they are not likely to be stepped on. A
damaged power cord can cause fire or give you an electrical shock.
Check the power cord once in a while. When you find it damaged, ask
your nearest PIONEER authorized service center or your dealer for a
replacement.