Safety precautions
You must carefully read these precautions before you begin using this device,
and use the device only as directed.
After you've read these precautions, keep them with the "Owner's manual" and
the "Warrantee."
Prevention of fire, electrocution, or injury
About the graphic symbols
indicates a caution (including a danger or warning). The spe-
cific content of the caution is indicated inside the triangle.
The graphic shown at left indicates a general caution, warning,
or danger.
indicates a prohibition (something you must not do). The spe-
cific content of the prohibition is depicted inside the symbol.
The graphic shown at left indicates that you must not disassem-
ble the unit.
indicates a compulsory action (something you are required to
do). The specific requirement is depicted inside the symbol.
Warnings
If the device emits smoke
Fire or electrocution may occur if you continue to use the device when it is
behaving abnormally, such as emitting smoke or an unusual odor. Imme-
diately turn off the power switch, disconnect the plug from the AC outlet,
and contact the dealer from whom you purchased the device. Never at-
tempt to repair the device yourself, since this can be hazardous.
If the device breaks
If you drop the device or if its cabinet is damaged, immediately turn off the
power switch, disconnect the plug from the AC outlet, and contact the
dealer from whom you purchased the device. Fire or electrocution may
occur if you continue using the device in this condition.
If a foreign object enters this device
If a metallic or flammable foreign object should enter the interior of this
device through a jack or other opening, immediately turn off the power
switch, disconnect the plug from the AC outlet, and contact the dealer
from whom you purchased the device. Fire or electrocution may occur if
you continue using the device in this condition.
Do not disassemble or modify the device
Do not open the cabinet of this device. This device contains high-voltage
components, and touching them may produce electrical shock. Contact
your dealer if interior inspection or servicing is required.
Do not modify this device. Doing so may cause fire, electrical shock, or
malfunctions.
Do not place water or chemicals on the device
To avoid the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not place flower vases,
drinks, cosmetics, or containers of chemicals or water on top of this de-
vice.
Unplug from the AC outlet if lightning occurs
If lightning occurs nearby, turn off the power switch, disconnect the plug
from the AC outlet, and stop using the device. Lightning can cause fire or
electrical shock.
Do not place the device near flame or heat
Do not allow this device or its power cable to be near heating equipment.
Such a situation poses a risk that the cabinet or the power cable sheath-
ing may melt, causing fire or electrical shock.
Do not use the device at high volume levels for a
long time
Using the device at high volume levels through speakers for a long time
may cause permanent hearing loss depending on the output volume set-
ting.
Do not place the device in locations of high humidity
Do not use this device in locations of high humidity such as near a bath or
humidifier, or in the rain, or near a body of water. Doing so may cause fire
or electrical shock.
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