Mportant safeguards, We want you listening for a lifetime, 17 caution – Kenwood Portable Mini Disk Player DMC-J3 User Manual
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¡MPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
IL ' ;
! Caution : Read this section carefully to ensure safe operation.
Please read all of the safety and operating instructions before operating this
unit. For best results, follow all warnings placed on the tinit and adhere to the
operating and use instructions. These safety and operating instructions should
be retained for future reference.
1. Power sources — Тле или shoula be: connecied to s power supply only c1 the type
describeo I г the operating instructions or as marked on the appl'ance.
2. Power-cord protection —
Power supply cords sh.ould be routed so that they are no’
IlKely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, pay parnttu'a'
attention to cords at oiugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit
from the unit.
3. Enclosure removal —
Never rer^iove lire enclosure. It the internal oarts are touched
accidertmiy. a serious electric shock might occui.
4. Drop —
Do not drop tne unit or apply strong snock to't. ¡Damage due to (tmnp ng the
unit IS not covered by tne warranty.i
5. Ventilation
— .Avoid Hindering ttie ventilation o: the unit by covering it witii a cvjth,
etc.
6. Abnormal smell —
If an abnormal smell or smoke is detected, immediately turn the
power OFF anc pull out the power conJ. Contact your dealer or r-earesi semice center.
7. Heat —
.Avoid placing tne unit uncier direct sunlight or near a source of heat such as
heating er.]uibment. Particularly, never leave it in an automobile or on the tJashboard.
8. Temperature — Tne umt may not function properly if used at ext-emely low, or fmezing
temperatures. Tne iaeal amoient temperature is above a-5''C {АГ^Р).
9. Water and moisture —
The unit should not be used r-ear water — for example, near
a batntub, washbowl, kifchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming
pool, etc.
10.
Dust and moisture — Avoid places where is dusty or where the humidity is high
11. Vibrations —
Avoid placing the unit on an unstable place such as a shelf or m a place
subject to vibrations.
12.
Magnetic fields — Keep the unit away from sources of magnetic fields such as TV
sets, speaker systems, radios, m.oforized toys or magnetized objects.
13. Cleaning —
Do not use volatile solvents such as alcohol, paint thinner, gasoline, or
benzine, otc. to clean the cabinet. Use a dean dry cloth.
14. Nonuse periods —
The power cord of the tint should be unplugged fiom the outlet
when le'ff unused for a long period of time.
15. Damage requiring service —
The unit shoc.d be serviced by qualoied service
personnel when;
A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged.
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled info the unit.
C. The unit has been exposed to rain.
D. The unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in
performance.
E. The unit has been dropped, or the enclosure darmaged.
16.
Servicing
— The user should not attempt to service the unit beyond that
described m the operating instructions. All other servicing should be
referred to qualified service personnel.
17 CAUTION
— TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE THE AC
PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET
UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE
EXPOSURE.
For rechargeable battery
WARNING
•
Use specified charger only.
• Do not disassemble or mutilate, cause bums.
• Do not incinerate or heat, may cause burns, buist or .mlease toxic materials.
• Do not short ckcuit may cause burns.
• Keep away from children.
"Z)ean> (^ccüto4^t€Ti:
the tun and exci ten leru you' equ.pmeni ohms. Tnis man uiamurer anc tne Hi act ionic
Industries Association's Consumer Electronics Group warn you to get the most out
of your ecuipment by playing it at a safe level. One that lets the sound come through
oud ano clear wThout annoying blaring or distortion and, most importantly,
without affecting your sensitive hearing.
SoLino can be deceiving. Over time your hearing "comfort level" adaots to highei
volumes of sound. So whaf sounds 'Tiomial" can aefuady oe loud and harmful to your
hearing. Guard against this by sotting yotn eguipiveri at a safe level BEFORE your
hearing adapts.
To establish a safe level:
• Stan you! volume control at a low setting.
• Slowly increase tne sound until you can fiear c comfortaoly and clearly, and witfiout
distortion.
Once you have established a comfortable sound level:
• Set the dial ar-:d leave c there.
Taking a minrite to (io this now will heip to prevent hearing damisge or loss in the
future. After all. we want you listening for a 'ifetime.
We Want You Listening For A Lifetime
■JsetJ wisely, your new sound equipment will provde a lifetime of ftjn and enjoyment.
Since hearing damage from loud nc.se is often undetectable until it is too late, this
manu'aciurer and the Electronic Indrjstries .Association's Consume' Electronics
Group recommend you avoid proonged exposure to excessive f'Oise. This list of
sound levels is indudeo for your protection.
Deci.oel
Level
Examiple
30
Quiet library, soft whispers
40
Living room, refrigerate.', oedroom away from traffic
50
Light traffic, normal conversation, quiet office
60
Air conditioner at 20 feet, sewing miachine
70
Vacuum cleaner, hair dryer, noisy restaurant
80 Average city traffic, garbage disposals, alarm dock at two feet.
THE FOLLOWING NOISES CAN BE DANGEROUS UNDER CONSTANT
EXPOSURE
90
Subway, motorcycle, trtjck traffic, lawn mower
100
Garbage truck, chain saw, pneumatic drill
120
Rock band concert in front of speakers, thunderclap
140
Gunshot blast, jet pla.-ne
180
Rocket launching pad
Information courtesy of the Deafness Research Foundation.
For the U.S.A.
CAUTION:
Use of controls or adjustments or performance oi procedures other than those
specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
In compliance with Federal Regulations, following are reproductions of labels on, or
inside ‘he product relating to laser product safety.
KENWOOD CORPORATION
2967-3, ISHiKAWA-CHO,
HACHIOJI-SHÎ,
TOKYO, JAPAN
KENVyOOD CORP. CERTIFIES THIS
EQUIPMENT CONFORMS TO DHHS
REGULATIONS NO. 21 CFR 1C4G.10,
CHAPTER i, SUBCHAPTER J.
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