Operation Manual

7
SOME DO’S 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 interconnections between pieces of
equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains
plug when 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.
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.
DON’T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous
voltages.
DON’T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless
it is specifically stated that it is designed for unattended operation
or has a standby mode. Switch off using the switch on the
equipment and make sure that your family knows how to do this.
Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or
handicapped people.
DON’T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that
you are distracted from the requirements of road 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 obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for example with
curtains or soft furnishings. Overheating will cause damage and
shorten the life of the equipment.
DON’T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood
screws
^ to ensure complete safety always fit the
manufacturer’s approved stand or legs with the fixings provided
according to the instructions.
DON’T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or
moisture.
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!
Safety Precautions for the Burner
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failing to do so may
result in electric shock, fire, injury, or malfunction.
• Do not disassemble, dismantle, or modify the equipment.
Requests for repair and inspection should be made to the dealer.
• Do not insert metal or combustible objects or pour water or other
liquids inside the burner.
• Turn off the power when connecting equipment.
• Remove the plug when the burner will not be used for a
prolonged time or prior to cleaning (electricity flows through the
equipment even when the power is off).
• Do not block the ventilation holes of the burner.
• Do not use where there is condensation. Suddenly carrying the
burner from a cold location to a hot location may result in the
formation of drops, which may cause a malfunction or failure.
• Do not cause the burner to vibrate when discs are in.
Safety Precautions for Accessories
• When using the AC adapter, the power cord, and the USB cable,
be sure to observe the following precautions. Failing to do so
may result in electric shock, fire, injury, or malfunction.
• Do not insert or remove the plug when your hands are wet.
• Fully insert the plug into the outlet.
• Keep dust and metal objects away from the plug.
• Do not damage the cord.
• Place the cord where it will not trip someone up.
• Do not use when thunder can be heard.
• Do not dismantle.
• Do not use for any product other than this one.
• Do not play the provided CD-ROM with an audio player. Doing so
may damage the circuits or speakers.
Safety Precautions for Discs
Do not use the following discs.
• Cracked discs
• Deeply scratched discs
Installation
Do not install in any of the following locations.
• Humid location
• Location of 60 °C or above
• Location subject to direct sunlight
• Location where overheating is likely
• Dusty or smoky locations
• Locations subject to oily smoke or steam such as a kitchen
counter or beside a humidifier
• Unstable location
• Bathroom
• Dusty places
• Slanted location
IMPORTANT (for owners in the U.K.)
Connection to the mains supply in the United
Kingdom.
DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this
equipment.
If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home
or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an
appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your
dealer.
In the unlikely event of the plug fuse failing be
sure to replace the fuse only with an identical
approved type, as originally fitted, and to replace
the fuse cover. If the fuse fails again consult your
nearest JVC dealer.
If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off be sure to remove the
fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid possible shock
hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply.
If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains plug then follow
the instructions given below:
DO NOT make any connection to the Larger Terminal coded E or
Green.
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the
following code:
If these colours do not correspond with the terminal identifications
of your plug, connect as follows:
Blue wire to terminal coded N (Neutral) or coloured Black.
Brown wire to terminal coded L (Live) or coloured Red.
If in doubt
^ consult a competent electrician.
Blue to N (Neutral) or Black
Brown to L (Live) or Red
ATTENTION:
On placing the unit:
Some TVs or other appliances generate strong magnetic fields.
Do not place such appliances on top of the unit as it may cause
picture disturbance.
When moving the product:
Press C/B to turn off the power, and wait at least 30 seconds
before unplugging the power cord. Then, wait at least 2 minutes
before moving the product.
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