Some Dos And Don'ts On The Safe Use Of Equipment - Hitachi HDR505 Instruction Manual

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-connections
between the pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturer'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 remove any fi xed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages.
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 allow electrical equipment to be exposed to dripping or splashing, or objects fi lled with liquids,
such as vases, to be placed on the equipment.
DON'T place hot objects or naked fl ame sources such as lighted candles or nightlights on, or close to
equipment. High temperatures can melt plastic and lead to fi res.
DON'T use makeshift stands and NEVER fi x legs with wood screws - to ensure
complete safety always fi t the manufacturer's approved stand or legs with the fi xings
provided according to the instructions.
DON'T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from
the requirements of traffi c safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst driving.
DON'T listen to headphones at high volume, as such use can permanently damage your
hearing.
DON'T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifi cally stated
that it 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 be made for infi rm or handicapped people.
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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