Sony DCR-DVD505 Operating Manual page 3

IMPORTANT S AFEGUARDS
For your protection, please read these sali:ty
instructions completely befl)re operating the
appliance, and keep this manual lk)r luture
reference.
Carelully observe all warnings, precautions
attd instructions on the appliance, or the one
described in the operating instructions and
adhere to them.
Power S ources
This sel sllould be operated only h'om tile type of
power source indicated on the marking label, llyou
arc not sure of tile type of electrical power supplied
to your honle, consuh your dealm" or local power
conlpany. For tllose sets designed to operate liom
battery power, or other sourct2s, rclcr [o the
operating instructions.
Polarization
This set may be equipped witll a polari/cd ac power
cord plug (a plug llaving one blade wider than tile
otller).
This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way.
This is a salcty l_:aturc. If you are unable to insert
the plug fldly into the outlet, try rcvcrsing file plug.
lfthe plug should still lail to fit. contact your
electrician m have a suitable outlet installed. Do not
delcat the safi:ty purpose of the polmized plug by
lbrcing
it ill,
Overloading
Do noI overload widl outlets, exlensioll cords or
corn eniencc receptacles beyond their capacity,
since this can rcsuh in fire or electric shock.
ObjectandLiquid Entry
Never push objects oiany kind into tile set througl/
openings as thcy may toucll dangerous vohage
points or short out paris that could resuh in a fire or
electric sllock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the
set.
Attachments
Do noI use amlcl/nlents not rccolnlllcllded by the
in_Hlulitcturel. _ts riley may c_tuse llazilrds.
Cleaning
Unplug tile scl b'onl tile wall outlet belbre cleaning
or polishing it. Do not use lkluid cleaners or acrosol
cleaners. Use a cloth lightly dampened with water
lbr cleaning the exterior of the set.
WaterandMoisture
Do noI use power-line operated sets lle_tr w_tter
lbr example, near g,bathtub, washbowl, kitchen
sink, or laundry tub, ill a wet basement, or near a
swinmling pool, etc.
Power-Cord Protection
Route tile power coM so that it is not likely to be
walked on or pinched by items placed upon or
against them, paying particular attention m file
plugs, receptacles, and file point wllere the cord
exits hom tile appliance.
Accessories
Do not place tile set Oll illl unstable curt, stand.
tripod, bracket, or table. The _t may lidl, causing
serious injul 3, to a child or all adult, and serious
damage to tile set. Use only a cart, stand, tripod,
brackeL or table reconmlended by tile
ii/anul_lctHrcr.
Ventilation
Tile slots and openings in tile cabinet arc provided
lbr necessm 3, ventilation. To ensure rcliable
operation of the set, and to protect it liom
overheating, these slots and openings must never
be blocked or covered.
Never cover the slots and openings with a cloth
or ottler materials.
Never block the slots and openings by placing the
set on a bed. solu, rug, or (>tiler sinlilar suli_ce.
Never place the set in a confined space, such as a
bookc_se, or built-in cabinet, unless proper
ventilation is provided.
Do not place tile _t near or over a radiator or heat
register, or where it is exposed to direct sunlight.
Lightning
For added protection b_>r this set during a lighming
storm, or wllcn it is lell unattended and unused lor
long periods of time, unplug it li'om tile wall outlet
and disconnect tile antenna or cable system. Tiffs
will prc_ ent danlage to tile set due to lightning and
power-line surges.
Continued =t*
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