Panasonic Strada CN-NVD905U Operating Instructions Manual page 3

Observe the following warnings when
installing.
 Disconnect the lead from the negative (–) battery
terminal before installation.
Wiring and installation with the negative (–) battery
terminal connected may cause electrical shock and
injury due to a short circuit.
Some cars equipped with the electrical safety
system have specifi c procedures of battery terminal
disconnection.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE PROCEDURES MAY
LEAD TO THE UNINTENDED ACTIVATION OF THE
ELECTRICAL SAFETY SYSTEM RESULTING IN
DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE AND PERSONAL INJURY
OR DEATH.
 Never use safety-related components for
installation, grounding, and other such functions.
Do not use safety-related vehicle components (fuel
tank, brake, suspension, steering wheel, pedals,
airbag, etc.) for wiring or fi xing the product or its
accessories.
 Installing the product on the air bag cover or in a
location where it interferes with airbag operation is
prohibited.
 Check for piping, gasoline tank, electric wiring, and
other items before installing the product.
If you need to open a hole in the vehicle chassis to
attach or wire the product, fi rst check where the wire
harness, gasoline tank, and electric wiring are located.
Then open the hole from outside if possible.
 Never install the product in a location where it
interferes with your fi eld of vision.
 Never have the power cord branched to supply other
equipment with power.
 After installation and wiring, you should check the
normal operation of other electrical equipment.
Continuing to use those in abnormal conditions may
cause fi re, electrical shock or a traffi c accident.
 Make sure the leads do not interfere with driving or
getting in and out of the vehicle.
 Insulate all exposed wires to prevent short
circuiting.
 This installation information is designed for
professional installers with knowledge of automobile
electrical safety systems and is not intended for
non-technical, do-it-yourself individuals. It does not
contain instructions on the electrical installation
and avoidance of potential harm to air bag, anti-
theft and ABS braking or other systems necessary
to install this product. Any attempt to install this
product in a motor vehicle by anyone other than a
professional installer could cause damage to the
electrical safety system and could result in serious
personal injury or death.
 If your car is equipped with air bag and/or
anti-theft systems, specifi c procedures may be
required for connection and disconnection of the
battery to install this product.
Before attempting installation of this electronic
component against the manufacturer's
recommendation, you must contact your car
dealer or manufacturer to determine the required
procedure and strictly follow their instructions.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE PROCEDURE MAY
RESULT IN THE UNINTENDED DEPLOYMENT OF
AIR BAGS OR ACTIVATION OF THE ANTI-THEFT
SYSTEM RESULTING IN DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE
AND PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
 TO REDUCE THE RISK FOR FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE
ONLY THE INCLUDED COMPONENTS.
 This unit operates with a 12 V DC negative ground
auto battery system only. Do not attempt to use it
any other system.
 Do not install the monitor in a location which
obstructs driving, visibility or which is prohibited
by applicable laws and regulations.
If the monitor is installed in a location which
obstructs forward visibility or operation of the air
bag or other safety equipment or which interferes
with operation of the car, it may cause an accident.
 Never use bolts or nuts from the car's safety devices
for installation. If bolts or nuts from the steering
wheel, brakes or other safety devices are used for
installation of the monitor, it may cause an accident.
 Attach the wires correctly. If the wiring is not
correctly performed, it may cause a fi re or an
accident. In particular, be sure to run and secure the
lead wire so that it does not get tangled with a screw
or the moving portion of a seat rail.
 For safety, make sure that the side brake cord is
wired correctly.
If not wired correctly following the instructions,
safety features may cease working and may cause
an accident.
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