Important Safeguards - Kenwood DVF-9010 Instruction Manual

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation.
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Please read all of the safety and operating instructions before
operating this appliance. Adhere to all warnings on the appliance
and in the instruction manual. Follow all the safety and operating
instructions. These safety and operating instructions should be
retained for future reference.
1. Power sources – The appliance should be connected to a
power supply only of the type described in the instruction
manual or as marked on the appliance. If you are not sure of
the type of power supply to your home, consult your appli-
ance dealer or local power company. For appliances intended
to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the
instruction manual.
2. Power-cord protection – Power-supply cords should be
routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched
by items placed upon or against them, pay particular attention
to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the appliance.
Never pull or
stretch the cord.
CAUTION
3. – Polarization – This appliance may be
equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug
having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into
the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you
are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing
the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your
electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the
safety purpose of the polarized plug.
4. Ventilation – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided
for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the appli-
ance and to protect it from overheating, and these openings
must not be blocked or covered. The appliance should be
situated so that its location or position does not interfere with
its proper ventilation.
To maintain good ventilation, do not put records or a table-
cloth on the appliance. Place the appliance at least 10 cm
away from the walls.
Do not use the appliance on a bed, sofa, rug or similar surface
that may block the ventilation openings. This appliance should
not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or
rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's
instructions have been adhered to.
5. Water and moisture – The appliance should not be used near
water - for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink,
laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.
6. Temperature – The appliance may not function properly if
used at extremely low, or freezing temperatures. The ideal
ambient temperature is above +5°C (41°F).
7. Heat – The appliance should be situated away from heat
sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
8. Electric shock – Care should be taken so that objects do not
fall and liquid is not spilled into the enclosure through open-
ings. If a metal objects, such as a hair pin or a needle, comes
into contact with the inside of this appliance, a dangerous
electric shock may result. For families with children, never
permit children to put anything, especially metal, inside this
appliance.
9. Enclosure removal – Never remove the enclosure. If the
internal parts are touched accidentally, a serious electric
shock might occur.
10. Magnetic fields – Keep the appliance away from sources of
magnetic fields such as TV sets, speaker systems, radios,
motorized toys or magnetized objects.
11. Cleaning – Unplug this appliance from the wall outlet before
cleaning. Do not use volatile solvents such as alcohol, paint
thinner, gasoline, or benzine, etc. to clean the cabinet. Use
a clean dry cloth.
12. Accessories – Do not place this appliance on an unstable cart,
stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The appliance may fall, caus-
ing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the
appliance. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the appli-
ance. Any mounting of the appliance should follow the
manufacturer's instructions, and should use a mounting
accessory recommended by the manufacturer. An appliance
and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick
stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the
appliance and cart combination to overturn.
DVF-9010 (En/E)