Safety Precautions - Kenwood DPC-X301 Instruction Manual

Safety precautions
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WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Please read all of the safety and operating instructions before operating this unit. For best results, follow all warnings placed on the unit and adhere to the operating and
use instructions. These safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
1. Power sources — The unit should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in
the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance.
2. Power-cord protection — Power-supply cords shoufd 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 unit.
3. Enclosure removal — Never remove the enclosure. If the internal parts are touched accidentally,
a serious electric shock might occur.
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Drop Do not drop the unit or apply strong shock to it. (Damage due to dropping the unit is not
covered by the warranty.)
5. Ventilation Avoid hindering the ventilation of the unit by covering it with a cloth, etc.
6. Abnormal smell — If an abnormal smell or smoke is detected, immediately turn the power OFF
and pull out the power cord. Contact your dealer or nearest service center.
7. Heat — Avoid placing the unit under direct sunlight or near a source of heat such as heating
equipment. Particularly, never leave it in an automobile or on the dashboard.
8. Temperature — The unit may not function properly if used at extremely low. or freezing
temperatures The ideal ambient temperature is above +5°C (41::F)
9. Water and moisture The unit 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.
10. Dust and moisture — Avoid places where is dusty or where the humidity is high.
11. Vibrations — Avoid placing the unit on an unstable place such as a shelf or in a place subject
to vibrations.
12. Magnetic fields - Keep the unit away from sources of magnetic fields such as TV sets,
speaker systems, radios, motorized toys or magnetized objects.
13. Cleaning — Do not use volatile solvents such as alcohol, paint thinner, gasoline, or benzine,
etc. to clean the cabinet. Use a clean dry cloth.
14. Nonuse periods — The power cord of the unit should be unplugged from the outlet when left
unused for a long period of time.
15. Damage requiring service — The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel when:
A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged.
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the unit.
C. The unit has been exposed to rain.
D. The unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance.
E. The unit has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.
16. Servicing — The user should not attempt to service the unit beyond that described in the
operating instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.
17. CAUTION — TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE THE AC PLUG WITH AN
EXTENSION CORD. RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE
FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.
Notes on using through car stereo
• In case of abnormality such as smoke production, immediately unplug the car battery adaptor
from the cigar lighter socket.
• Do not leave the products or batteries in the car, particularly above the dashboard, for this
may lead to malfunction or damage due to solar heat.
• If the unit is connected to a car stereo using an audio cord, noise may sometimes interfere.
In case of abnormality, immediately press the ■ key to turn the power OFF, and unplug the
AC adaptor from the power outlet. Then please contact your nearest KENWOOD service
center.