Philips DVD420AT - Manual (Page 4)

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION: PLEASE READ AND OBSERVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS GIVEN IN THIS OWNER’S MANUAL AND
THOSE MARKED ON THE UNIT. RETAIN THIS BOOKLET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
This set has been designed and manufactured to assure personai safety. Improper use can result in electric shock or fire hazard.
The safeguards incorporated in this unit will protect you if you observe the following procedures for installation, use and sen/icing.
This unit is fully transistorized and does not contain any parts that can be repaired by the user.
DO NOT REMOVE THE CABINET COVER, OR YOU MAY BE EXPOSED TO DANGEROUS VOLTAGE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY.
1. Read owner’s manual
After unpacking this product, read the ^ '
owner’s manual carefully, and follow
all the operating and other instruc­
tions.
2. Power Sources
This product should be operated only
from the type of power source indi­
cated on the marking label. If you are
not su re of the type of power supply to
your home, consult your product
dealer or local power company. For
products intended to operate from
battery power, or othersources, refer
to the operating instructions.
3. Grounding or Polarization
This product may be equipped with a
polarized alternating current line plug
(a plug having one blade wider than
the other). This plug will fit into the
power outlet only one way. This is a
safety feature. If you are unable to
insert the plug fully into the outlet, try
reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your
electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the
safety purpose of the polarized plug.
4. Ventilation
Slots and openings in the cabinet are
provided for ventilation and to en­
sure reliable operation of the product
and to protect it from overheating.
These openings must not be blocked
or covered. The openings should
never be blocked by placing the
product on a bed, sofa, rug or other
similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in
installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventila­
tion is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been
adhered to.
6. Water and Moisture
Do not use this product near water -
for example, near a bath tub, wash
bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in
a wet basement; or near a swimming
pool and the like.
7. Cleaning
Unplug this product from the wall
outlet before cleaning. Do not use
liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
8. Power-Cord Protection
Power-supply cords should be routed
so that they are not likely to be walked
on or pinched by items placed upon
or against them, paying particular at­
tention to cords at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they
exit from the product.
9. Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets, exten­
sion cords, or integral convenience
receptacles as this can result in a risk
of fire or electric shock.
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10. Lightning
For added protection for this product
during a storm, or when it is left
unattended and unused for long
periods of time, unplug it from the
wall outlet. This will prevent dam­
age to the product due to lightning
and power-line surges.
5. Heat
The product should be situated away
from heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other prod­
ucts
(including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
11. Object and Liquid Entry
Never push objects of any kind into
this productthrough openings as they
may touch dangerous voltage points
or short-out parts that could result in
a fire or electric shock. Never spill
liquid of any kind on the product.