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Safety Information
CQ-C8403N
Caution
Observe the following cautions when using this
unit.
❑
Keep the sound volume at an appropriate level.
Keep the volume level low enough to be aware of road and
traffic conditions while driving.
❑
Do not insert or allow your hand or fingers to be
caught in the unit.
To prevent injury, do not get your hand or fingers caught in
moving parts or in the disc slot. Especially watch out for
infants.
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This unit is designed for use exclusively in automo-
biles.
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Do not operate the unit for a prolonged period with
the engine turned off.
Operating the audio system for a long period of time with the
engine turned off will drain the battery.
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Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight or exces-
sive heat.
Otherwise these will raise the interior temperature of the
unit, and it may lead to smoke, fire, or other damage to the
unit.
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Do not use the product where it is exposed to water,
moisture, or dust.
Exposure of the unit to water, moisture, or dust may lead to
smoke, fire, or other damage to the unit. Make especially
sure that the unit does not get wet in car washes or on rainy
days.
Observe the following cautions when
installing.
❑
Refer wiring and installation to qualified service
personnel.
Installation of this unit requires special skills and experience.
For maximum safety, have it installed by your dealer.
Panasonic is not liable for any problems resulting from your
own installation of the unit.
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Follow the instructions to install and wire the prod-
uct.
Not following the instructions to properly install and wire the
product could cause an accident or fire.
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Take care not to damage the leads.
When wiring, take care not to damage the leads. Prevent
them from getting caught in the vehicle chassis, screws, and
moving parts such as seat rails. Do not scratch, pull, bend or
twist the leads. Do not run them near heat sources or place
heavy objects on them. If leads must be run over sharp
metal edges, protect the leads by winding them with vinyl
tape or similar protection.
❑
Use the designated parts and tools for installation.
Use the supplied or designated parts and appropriate tools
to install the product. The use of parts other than those sup-
plied or designated may result in internal damage to the unit.
Faulty installation may lead to an accident, a malfunction or
fire.
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Do not block the air vent or the cooling plate of the
unit.
Blocking these parts will cause the interior of the unit to
overheat and will result in fire or other damage.
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Do not install the product where it is exposed to
strong vibrations or is unstable.
Avoid slanted or strongly curved surfaces for installation. If
the installation is not stable, the unit may fall down while
driving and this can lead to an accident or injury.
❑
Installation Angle
The product should be installed in a horizontal position with
the front end up at a convenient angle, but not more than
30˚.
The user should bear in mind that in some areas there may
be restrictions on how and where this unit must be installed.
Consult your dealer for further details.
❑
Wear gloves for safety. Make sure that wiring is
completed before installation.
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To prevent damage to the unit, do not connect the
power connector until the whole wiring is complet-
ed.
❑
Do not connect more than one speaker to one set of
speaker leads. (except for connecting to a tweeter)
Observe the following cautions when handling
the battery for the remote control unit.
●
Use only specified battery (CR2025).
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Match the polarity of the battery with the (+) and (–) marks
in the battery case.
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Replace dead battery as soon as possible.
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Remove the battery from the remote control unit when not
using it for an extended period of time.
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Insulate the battery (by placing them in a plastic bag or cov-
ering them with vinyl tape) before disposal or storage.
●
Dispose of the battery according to the local regulations.
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Do not disassemble, recharge, heat or short the battery. Do
not throw a battery into a fire or water.
In case of battery leakage
●
Thoroughly wipe the battery liquid off the battery case and
insert new battery.
●
If any part of your body or clothing comes into contact with
battery liquid, wash it with plenty of water.
●
If battery liquid comes into contact with your eyes, wash
them with plenty of water and get immediate medical atten-
tion.
