Important Safety Instructions - Rodgers 835 Manual

INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO A RISK OF FIRE,
ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING:
WHEN USING THIS INSTRUMENT, ALWAYS FOLLOW BASIC SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:
1. Read all the instructions before using, adjusting or
repairing this instrument.
2. To reduce the risk of injury, supervise children
closely when they are around the instrument.
3. Use this instrument
recommended by Rodgers Instrument Corporation.
4 Do not use this instrument near water i.e., for
example, near a swimming pool or a damp/wet
room.
5.
Use of this instrument, either alone or in
combination with an amplifier and headphones or
speakers, may be capable of producing sound
levels that could cause permanent hearing loss.
DO NOT operate for a long period of time at a high
volume level or at a level that is uncomfortable. If
you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the
ears, you should consult an audiologist.
6.
Locate the instrument into a position where objects
do not interfere with its proper ventilation.
7.
Locate the instrument away from heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers or other products
that radiate heat directly onto the instrument.
8.
Protect the instrument from dust as much as
possible.
9.
Connect the instrument to a power source only of
the type described in the operating instructions or
as marked on the instrument. Do NOT attempt to
defeat the grounding connection of the three-prong
attachment plug. This is a safety feature. If you
are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact
an electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do
NOT defeat the safety purpose of the plug.
WARNING: THIS INSTRUMENT MUST BE EARTH GROUNDED.
You must GROUND instruments equipped with a TYPE AC, 3 WIRE GROUNDED
only in the manner
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10. Unplug the power cord of the instrument from the
power source when left unattended for a long
period of time.
11. Do not walk on or place objects on top of the power
cord.
12. Do not pull the cord to unplug. Hold the plug when
unplugging from the power source.
13. When setting up with other instruments or
peripherals, follow the procedures in accordance
with Rodgers' owner's manual.
14. Take care that objects do not fall or liquids spill into
the instrument.
15. Service the instrument with qualified service
personnel when:
a. The power cord or plug has been damaged.
b. Objects have fallen or liquid has spilled into
the instrument.
c. The instrument has been exposed to rain or
or other weather damage.
d. The instrument does not appear to operate
normally or exhibits a marked change in
performance.
e. The instrument has been dropped or the
enclosure has been damaged.
16. Do not attempt to service the instrument beyond
that described in the owner's manual. Refer all
other servicing to qualified technical service
personnel.
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