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Handling your computer equipment – Apple Power Macintosh 8200 User Manual

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Handling your computer equipment

Follow these guidelines for handling your computer and its components:

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When setting up your computer, place components on a sturdy, flat surface,
and carefully follow all setup instructions.

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When connecting or disconnecting a cable, always hold the cable by its
connector (the plug, not the cord).

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Turn off your computer and all its components before connecting or
disconnecting any cables to add or remove any component. Failure to do so
could seriously damage your equipment.

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Never force a connector into a port. If the connector and port do not join
with reasonable ease, they probably don’t match. Make sure that the
connector matches the port and that you have positioned the connector
correctly in relation to the port.

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Take care not to spill any food or liquid on the computer, keyboard, mouse,
or other components. If you do, turn your computer off immediately and
unplug it before cleaning up the spill. Depending on what you spilled and
how much of it got into your equipment, you may have to bring your
equipment to an Apple-authorized service provider.

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Protect the computer and its components from direct sunlight and rain or
other moisture.

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Keep all ventilation openings clear and unobstructed. Without proper air
circulation, components can overheat, causing damage or unreliable
operation.

WARNING

This equipment is intended to be electrically grounded. Your

Macintosh is equipped with a three-wire grounding plug—a plug that
has a third (grounding) pin. This plug will fit only a grounded AC
outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into
the outlet, contact a licensed electrician to replace the outlet with a
properly grounded outlet. Do not defeat the purpose of the grounding
plug!

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Health, Safety, and Maintenance Tips