Toshiba XDE600 - Manual (Page 3)

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Introduction
14. Do not overload wall outlets; extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fi re or electric
shock.
15. Never expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing or place items such as vases, aquariums, any other item fi lled with
liquid, or candles on top of the unit.
16. Keep your fi ngers well clear of the disc tray as it is closing. Neglecting to do so may cause serious personal injury.
17. Do not place anything on top of this unit.
18. Do not place the apparatus on amplifi ers or equipment that may produce heat.
19. Never block or cover the slots or openings in the unit.
Never place the unit:
• on a bed, sofa, rug or similar surface;
• too close to drapes, curtains, or walls; or
• in a confi ned space such as a bookcase, built-in cabinet, or any other place with poor ventilation.
The slots and openings are provided to protect the unit from overheating and to help maintain reliable operation.
20. Do not use a cracked, deformed, or repaired disc. These discs are easily broken and may cause serious personal injury and
apparatus malfunction.
21. If the apparatus should emit smoke or an unusual odor, immediately disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet. Wait
until the smoke or smell stops, then ask your dealer for a check and repair. Neglecting to do so may cause fi re.
22. During thunderstorms, do not touch the connecting cables or the apparatus.
23. Warning: To prevent spread of fi re, keep candles or other open fl ames away from this product at all times.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SOME DOS 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. So, please read the points below for your
own safety. They are of a general nature, intended to help you with all your electronic consumer products and some points may
not apply to the goods you have just purchased.
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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 inter- connections between the pieces
of equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains plug
before 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
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DON’T remove any fi xed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages.
DON’T obstruct the ventilation openings of the equipment with items such as newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. Overheating
will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment.
DON’T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to dripping or splashing, or objects fi lled with liquids, such as vases, to be
placed on the equipment.
DON’T place hot objects or naked fl ame sources such as lighted candles or nightlights on, or close to equipment. High temperatures
can melt plastic and lead to fi res.
DON’T use makeshift stands and NEVER fi x legs with wood screws - to ensure
complete safety always fi t the manufacturer’s approved stand or legs with the fi xings provided according to the instructions.
DON’T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the requirements of traffi c 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 leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifi cally stated that it is designed for unattended
operation or has a stand-by mode. Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make sure that your family know how to do
this. Special arrangements may need to be made for infi rm or handicapped people.
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.
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!
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS