Introduction important safety instructions – NAD C 445 User Manual
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Introduction
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
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
The equipment draws its nominal non-operational power from the AC outlet with its POWER switch in
the STANDBY position. The socket-outlet shall be installed near the apparatus and shall be easily
accessible.
CAUTION
Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by NAD Electronics for compliance
could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
CAUTION REGARDING PLACEMENT
To maintain proper ventilation, be sure to leave a space around the unit (from the largest outer dimensions
including projections) equal to, or greater than, shown below.
Left and Right Panels: 10 cm
Rear Panel: 10 cm
Top Panel: 50 cm
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR UK CUSTOMERS
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. If, nonetheless, the mains plug is cut off, 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 provided with a mains plug, or one has to be fitted, then follow the
instructions given below:
IMPORTANT
DO NOT make any connection to the larger terminal which is marked with the letter ‘E’ or by the safety
earth symbol or coloured GREEN or GREEN AND YELLOW.
The wires in the mains lead on this product are coloured in accordance with the following code:
BLUE - NEUTRAL
BROWN - LIVE
As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug,
proceed as follows:
The BLUE wire must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter ‘N’ or coloured BLACK.
The BROWN wire must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter ‘L’ or coloured RED
When replacing the fuse, only a correctly rated and approved type should be used, and be sure
to re-fit the fuse cover.
IF IN DOUBT CONSULT A COMPETENT ELECTRICIAN
NOTES ON ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
At the end of its useful life, this product must not be disposed of with regular household waste but must
be returned to a collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. The symbol on
the product, user's manual and packaging, point this out.
The materials can be reused in accordance with their markings. Through re-use, recycling of raw materials,
or other forms of recycling of old products, you are making an important contribution to the protection
of our environment.
Your local administrative office can advise you of the responsible waste disposal point.
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