Special Message Section; Important Safety Instructions - Yamaha YDP-88 Owner's Manual

SPECIAL MESSAGE SECTION

IMPORTANT NOTICE: All Yamaha electronic products are tested
in order that you may be sure that when it is properly installed and
used in its normal and customary manner, all foreseeable risks
have been eliminated. DO NOT modify this unit or commission
others to do so unless specifically authorized by Yamaha. Product
performance and/or safety standards may be diminished. Claims
filed under the expressed warranty may be denied if the unit is/has
been modified. Implied warranties may also be affected.
SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE: The information con-
tained in this manual is believed to be correct at the time of printing.
However, Yamaha reserves the right to change or modify any of the
specifications without notice or obligation to update existing units.
ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES: Yamaha strives to produce products
that are both user safe and environmentally friendly. We sincerely
believe that our products and the production methods used to pro-
duce them, meet these goals. In keeping with both the letter and the
spirit of the law, we want you to be aware of the following:
Disposal Notice: Should this product become damaged beyond
repair, or for some reason its useful life is considered to be at an
end, please observe all local, state, and federal regulations that
relate to the disposal of products that contain lead, batteries, plas-
tics, etc.
NOTICE: Service charges incurred due to lack of knowledge relat-
ing to how a function or effect works (when the unit is operating as

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

INFORMATION RELATING TO PERSONAL INJURY, ELECTRICAL SHOCK,
AND FIRE HAZARD POSSIBILITIES HAS BEEN INCLUDED IN THIS LIST.
WARNING- When using any electrical or electronic product, basic
precautions should always be followed. These precautions include,
but are not limited to, the following:
1.
Read all Safety Instructions, Installation Instructions, Special
Message Section items, and any Assembly Instructions found in
this manual BEFORE marking any connections, including connec-
tion to the main supply.
2.
Main Power Supply Verification: Yamaha products are manu-
factured specifically for the supply voltage in the area where they
are to be sold. If you should move, or if any doubt exists about the
supply voltage in your area, please contact your dealer for supply
voltage verification and (if applicable) instructions. The required
supply voltage is printed on the name plate. For name plate loca-
tion, please refer to the graphic found in the Special Message Sec-
tion of this manual.
3.
WARNING: Do not place this product or any other objects on
the power cord or place it in a position where anyone could walk on,
trip over, or roll anything over power or connecting cords of any
kind. The use of an extension cord is not recommended! If you must
use an extension cord, the minimum wire size for a 25' cord (or
less) is 18 AWG. NOTE: The smaller the AWG number, the larger
the current handling capacity. For longer extension cords, consult a
local electrician.
4.
Ventilation: Electronic products, unless specifically designed
for enclosed installations, should be placed in locations that do not
interfere with proper ventilation. If instructions for enclosed installa-
tions are not provided, it must be assumed that unobstructed venti-
lation is required.
5.
Temperature considerations: Electronic products should be
installed in locations that do not significantly contribute to their
operating temperature. Placement of this product close to heat
sources such as; radiators, heat registers and other devices that
produce heat should be avoided.
6.
This product was NOT designed for use in wet/damp locations
and should not be used near water or exposed to rain. Examples of
wet/damp locations are; near a swimming pool, spa, tub, sink, or
wet basement.
PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL
designed) are not covered by the manufacturer's warranty, and are
therefore the owners responsibility. Please study this manual care-
fully and consult your dealer before requesting service.
NAME PLATE LOCATION: The graphic below indicates the loca-
tion of the name plate. The model number, serial number, power
requirements, etc., are located on this plate. You should record the
model number, serial number, and the date of purchase in the
spaces provided below and retain this manual as a permanent
record of your purchase.
Model _____________________________________
Serial No. __________________________________
Purchase Date ______________________________
7.
This product should be used only with the components sup-
plied or; a cart, rack, or stand that is recommended by the manufac-
turer. If a cart, rack, or stand is used, please observe all safety
markings and instructions that accompany the accessory product.
8.
The power supply cord (plug) should be disconnected from the
outlet when electronic products are to be left unused for extended
periods of time. Cords should also be disconnected when there is a
high probability of lightening and/or electrical storm activity.
9.
Care should be taken that objects do not fall and liquids are
not spilled into the enclosure through any openings that may exist.
10.
Electrical/electronic products should be serviced by a qualified
service person when:
a. The power supply cord has been damaged; or
b. Objects have fallen, been inserted, or liquids have been
spilled into the enclosure through openings; or
c. The product has been exposed to rain: or
d. The product dose not operate, exhibits a marked change in
performance; or
e. The product has been dropped, or the enclosure of the
product has been damaged.
11.
Do not attempt to service this product beyond that described
in the user-maintenance instructions. All other servicing should be
referred to qualified service personnel.
12.
This product, either alone or in combination with headphones,
may be capable of producing sound levels that could cause perma-
nent 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 experi-
ence any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should consult an
audiologist.
IMPORTANT: The louder the sound, the shorter the time period
before damage occurs.
13.
Some Yamaha products may have benches and/or accessory
mounting fixtures that are either supplied as a part of the product or
as optional accessories. Some of these items are designed to be
dealer assembled or installed. Please make sure that benches are
stable and any optional fixtures (where applicable) are well secured
BEFORE using. Benches supplied by Yamaha are designed for
seating only. No other uses are recommended.