Important Safety Instructions - Dimplex VF5452L Owner's Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using electrical appliances,
basic precautions should always be
followed to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock, and injury to per-
sons, including the following:
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near
water.
6. The appliance shall not be
exposed to dripping or splashing
and that no objects filled with liquid,
such as vases, shall be placed on
the apparatus.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
fire or electric shock, do not expose
this apparatus to rain or moisture.
7. Clean only with dry cloth.
8. Do not block any ventilation
openings. Install in accordance with
the manufacturer's instructions.
9. Do not install near any heat
sources such as radiators, heat reg-
isters, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce
heat.
10. No naked flame sources, such
as candles should be placed on this
apparatus.
11. Do not defeat the safety pur-
pose of the polarized or grounding-
type plug. A polarized plug has
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two blades with one wider than the
other. A grounding type plug has
two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third
prong are provided for your safety.
If the provided plug does not fit into
your outlet, consult an electrician
for replacement of the obsolete
outlet.
WARNING: This appliance is of
Class I construction and must be
connected to a power outlet with a
protective grounded connection.
12. Protect the power cord from be-
ing walked on or pinched particu-
larly at plugs, convenience recep-
tacles, and the point where they
exit from the apparatus.
13. Only use attachments/accesso-
ries specified by the manufacturer.
14. Use only with the cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table specified
by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is used,
use caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.
15. Unplug or disconnect power at
the service panel during lightning
storms or when unused for long
periods of time.
16. Refer all servicing to qualified
service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way, such as
power-supply cord or plug is dam-
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