Safety Precautions; Some Dos And Don'ts On The Safe Use Of Equipment - Hitachi 19LD4550C User Manual

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

SOME DOS AND DON'TS ON THE SAFE USE OF
EQUIPMENT
This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like
any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be
assured.
DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.
DO ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and inter-con-
nections between the pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the manufac-
turer's instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains plug before making or changing connections.
DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your
equipment.
DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment.
DO route the mains lead so that it is not likely to be walked on, crushed, chafed, or subjected to
excessive wear and tear or heat.
DON'T
DON'T obstruct the ventilation openings of the equipment with items such as newspapers,
tablecloths, curtains, etc. Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment.
DON'T
liquids, such as vases, to be placed on the equipment.
DON'T
DON'T
instructions.
DON'T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the
DON'T listen to headphones at high volume, as such use can permanently damage your hearing.
DON'T
is designed for unattended operation or has a stand-by mode. Switch off using the switch on the
equipment and make sure that your family know how to do this. Special arrangements may need to
DON'T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or if
it is damaged in any way - switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult
your dealer.
ABOVE ALL
--- NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes, slots or any other
opening in the case - this could result in a fatal electrical shock;
--- NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind
--- it is better to be safe than sorry!
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