contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat
the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug.
Power-Cord Protection - Power supply cords should be routed so
that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon
or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and point where they exit from the product.
Protective Attachment Plug - The product is equipped with an
attachment plug having overload protection. This is a safety feature.
See Owners' Manual for replacement or resetting of protective device.
If replacement of the plug is required, be sure the service technician
has used a replacement plug specified by the manufacturer that has
the same overload protection as the original plug.
Lightning - For added protection for this product during a lightning
storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time,
unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable
system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and
power-line surges.
Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or
integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or
electric shock.
Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects of any kind into this
product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage
points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.
Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
Servicing - Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening
or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other
hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
conditions:
Damage Requiring Service - Unplug this product from the wall outlet
and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following
conditions:
a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged
b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen onto the
product
c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water
d) If the product does not operate normally by following the
operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are
covered by the operating instructions as an improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will
often require extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the product to its normal operation
e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way
f) When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance
- this indicates a need for service
Replacement Parts - When replacement parts are required, be sure
the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the
manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorised substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other
hazards.
Safety Checks - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to
determine that the product is in proper operating condition.
Heat - The product should be situated away from heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
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