Safety Precautions

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Safety Precautions (English)
Before use, read “Safety Precautions” and “Instruction Manual” carefully, and then operate the product correctly.
After reading the documents, store them in a place easily accessible at any time.
• This “Safety Precautions” covers all aspects of the product. Depending on the particular model you have, some items may not apply to your model.
• Description of some items may overlap with content in the Instruction Manual.
B5A-1383-00
CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of electric shock. Do not remove
cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside.
Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the appliance.
CAUTION
WARNING: TO REDUCE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE. NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH
AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. This unit has
been engineered and manufactured to assure your personal safety. But
IMPROPER USE CAN RESULT IN POTENTIAL ELECTRIC SHOCK OR
FIRE. In order not to defeat the safeguards incorporated into this product,
observe the following basic rules for its installation, use, and service.
Please read these “IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS” carefully before use.
• All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.
• The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
• All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
• All operating instructions should be followed.
POWER CONNECTION
The power supply voltage rating of this product is AC 120 V (For U.S.A.
and Canada) and AC 220 – 240 V (For European countries, Asian
countries, and United Kingdom).
The power cord attached conforms to the following power supply
voltage and countries. Use only the power cord designated to ensure
safety and EMC regulations of each country.
• Not all types of power cords are supplied to this product.
For U.S.A. and Canada:
AC 120 V
For European and Asian
countries: AC 220 – 240 V
For United Kingdom:
AC 220 – 240 V
This plug will fit only into a grounded power outlet. If you are unable
to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to install the
proper outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounded plug.
• This product should be operated only with the type of power source
indicated on the label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply of
your home, consult your product dealer or local electric power company.
Warning:
• Do not use the same power cord for AC 120 V as for AC 220 – 240 V. Doing
so may cause malfunction, electric shock or fire.
Note for United Kingdom power cord only
The plug of United Kingdom power cord has a built-in fuse. When
replacing the fuse, be sure to use only a correctly rated approved type,
re-fit the fuse cover. (Consult your dealer or qualified personnel.)
How to replace the fuse
Open the fuse compartment with the blade
screwdriver, and replace the fuse.
Fuse
• Before connecting other products such as VCR’s and personal computers, you
should turn off the power of this product for protection against electric shock.
• Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer as they may be hazardous.
• When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician
has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or equivalents.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
• 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.
• Do not install this product in the following places:
– in a damp or dusty room
– where the product is exposed to soot or steam, such as near the
cooking counter or a humidifier
– near heat sources
– where condensation easily occurs, such as near the window
– in a location exposed to direct sunlight or strong light
• Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may
fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product.
The product should be mounted according to the manufacturer’s
instructions, and should use a mount recommended by the manufacturer.
• Do not use this product near water.
• Be sure to install the product in the place where proper temperature and
humidity are kept.
This product becomes hot during its use. Take enough care when handling the product.
Under the following conditions,
1. Turn off the power.
2. Unplug this product from the wall outlet.
3. Refer service to qualified service personnel.
a) When the product emits smoke or unusual smell.
b) When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance
—for example, no picture or no sound.
c) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen on the product.
d) If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
f) When the power supply cord or plug is damaged.
Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing
covers may expose you to dangerous voltages and other hazards.
Refer all service to qualified service personnel.
Do not use the product for a long time if the sound is distorted.
For AC-powered devices
• The AC power supply is controlled by turning on/off the POWER switch on
the rear panel. If the product is installed in a place where you cannot easily
turn on/off the POWER switch, control the AC power supply by plugging/
unplugging the power cord into/from the AC outlet. In this case, install
the product as close to the AC outlet as possible, and leave enough space
for plugging/unplugging the power cord. If the product is installed in a
place where you cannot easily plug/unplug the power cord, equip an easily
accessible device to the wiring of the building for turning on/off the power.
• When the product is left unattended and unused for a long period of time,
unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the cable system.
• Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or convenience receptacles
on other equipment as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
• Use only the accessory cord designed for this product to prevent shock.
• The Mains Plug is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device
shall remain readily operable.
• To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC mains, disconnect
the power supply cord plug from the AC receptacle.
• Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation. These
ensure reliable operation of the product and protect it from overheating.
These openings must not be blocked or covered.
• Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as
they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-circuit the parts, which
could result in a fire or electric shock.
• Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
• Never place anything on the product. (Placing liquids, naked flames,
cloths, paper, etc. on the product may cause a fire.)
• Do not apply any strong shock to the LCD panel. (Do not hit any object
against it or push it with a sharp-pointed tool.)
• Do not put heavy objects on the product.
• Do not step on or hang on the product.
European Union only
Dear Customer,
This apparatus is in conformance with the valid European directives and
standards regarding electromagnetic compatibility and electrical safety.
European representative of JVC KENWOOD Corporation is:
JVC Technical Services Europe GmbH
Konrad-Adenauer-Allee 1-11
61118 Bad Vilbel
GERMANY