Safety Precautions For Users - Zoom H4next Operation Manual

Safety precautions for users

In this manual, the warning and caution symbols are used
to highlight dangerous accidents and troubles for users to
read so that accidents can be prevented. The meanings of
these symbols are as follows:
If the users ignore this symbol and handle the
device the wrong way, serious injury or death
could result.
If the users ignore this symbol and handle the
device the wrong way, bodily injury and damage
to the equipment could result.
Please read through the following safety tips and
precautions to ensure hazard-free use of the H4n.
Since power consumption of this unit is fairly
high, we recommend the use of an AC adapter
whenever possible. In case you use batteries, use
either alkaline or nickel-metal hydride batteries.
[AC adapter operation]
specified type may damage the unit and pose a
safety hazard.
that supplies the rated voltage required by the
adapter.
outlet, make sure grasp the adapter itself and
never pull at the cable.
extended period, disconnect the AC adapter
from the AC outlet.
[Battery operation]
attention to the labeling of the batteries to make
sure you choose the correct ones.
the batteries from the unit.
compartment and battery terminals carefully to
remove all remnant of battery fluid.
cover should be closed.
To prevent unexpected troubles and malfunctions,
avoid using H4n in environment where it will be
exposed to:
Handling
as a vase, on the H4n since this can cause
electric shock.
candles, on the H4n since this can cause fire.
undue pressure on the keys and other controls.
Take care not to drop, bump, and do not subject
it to shock or excessive pressure, which can
cause serious troubles.
electronic medical instruments, or magnetic cards.
You should always turn off the power to the H4n and
all other equipment before connecting or disconnecting
cables and the power code before moving the H4n.
Alterations
modify the product in any way since this can result
in damage to the unit.
time since this can cause hearing impairment.
Electrical interference
For safety considerations, the H4n has been designed
to provide maximum protection against the emission of
electromagnetic radiation from inside the device, and
protection from external interference. However, the
equipment that is very susceptible to interference or that
emits powerful electromagnetic waves should not be placed
near the H4n, as the possibility of interference cannot be
ruled out entirely.
electromagnetic interference can cause malfunctioning
and can corrupt or destroy data. Care should be taken to
minimize the risk of damage.
Cleaning
these may dull the finish or damage the surface.
place for future reference.