Aiwa CA-DW570 Operating Instructions Manual page 4

PRECAUTIONS
Read the Operating instructions carefully and completely before operating
the unit. Be
sure to keep the Operating Instructions for future reference.
All warnings and cautions in the Operating Instructions and on the unit
should be strictly followed, as well as the safety suggestions below.
Installation
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Water and moisture --- Do not use this unit near water, such as near
a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement,
swimming pool, or the like.
Heat --- Do not use this unit near sources of heat, including heating
vents, stoves, or other appliances that generate heat.
Surface --- Place the unit on a flat, even surface.
Ventilation ---The unit should be situated with adequate space around
it so that proper heat ventilation is assured. Allow 10 cm clearance
from the rear and the top of the unit, and 5 cm from the each side.
- Do not place it on a bed, rug, or similar surface that may block the
ventilation openings.
- Do not install it in a bookcase, cabinet, or airtight rack where
ventilation may be impeded.
Objects and liquid --- Take care that small objects or liquids do not
get inside the u~it through the ventilation openings.
Carts and stand --- Use the appliance only with a cart or stand that is
recommended by the manufacturer,
When placed or mounted on a stand or cart, it should be moved with
care.
Quicksteps. excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the
unit and cart combination to overturn or fall.
Condensation --- Moisture may form on the CD pickup lens when:
- the unit is moved from a cold spot to a warm spot,
- the heating system has just been turned on.
- the unit is used in a very humid room.
- the unit is cooled by an air conditioner.
When this unit has condensation inside, it may not function normally.
Should this occur. Ieavethe unit forafew hours, then try cooperate
again.
Wall orceilina mountina ---The unit should not be mounted on a
wall orceiling,-unless specified in the operating instructions.
Electric Power
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Power sources --- Connect this unit only to power sources specified
in the Operating Instructions, andasmarked on the unit.
Polarization(U model oniy)--- Asa safety feature, some units are
equipped with polarized AC power plugs which can only reinserted
onewayinto a power outlet. Ifitisdifficult orimpossible to insert the
ACpower plug intoanoutlet, turnthe plug overand tryagain. Ifitstill
does not easily insert into the outlet, please call a qualified service
technician to service or replace the outlet. To avoid defeating the safety
feature of the polarized plug, do not force it into a power outlet.
AC power cord
- Whendisconnecting thepowercord, pull itoutbythe ACpowerplug,
Do not pull the cord itself.
- Never handle the ACpower plug with wetlands, asthis could result
in fire or shock.
- Donotwalk onthepower cord or pinch it by items placed upon or
against it, as these could result in fire or shock.
- Avoid overloading power sockets andextension cords beyond their
capacity, as this could result in fire or shock.
Extension cord ---To help prevent electric shock, do not use a
polarized AC power plug with an extension cord, receptacle, or other
outlet unless the polarized plug can be completely inserted to prevent
exposure of the blades of the plug.
Non-use periods --- Unplug the AC power cord from the power socket
iftheunit will not beusedfor several months or more. When the cord
is plugged in, asmall amount of current continues to flow to the unit,
even when the power is turned off.
Damage Requiring Service
Have the units serviced by a qualified service technician if:
- The AC power cord or plug has been damaged
- Objects or liquid have gotten inside the unit
The unit has been exposed to rain or water
- The unit does not seem to operate normally
- The unit exhibits a marked change in performance
- The unit has been dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THE UNIT YOURSELF.
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