Safety Precautions

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These precautions explain how to use the device correctly and safely, thereby preventing injury to yourself or to others. This section has been sub-divided into a WARNING section and a CAUTION section, according to the likelihood and nature of any potential injuries or damage inflicted. The relate to your personal safety, and also help you minimize the risk of damaging the device. Please read these sections carefully before proceeding.

WARNING

Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of serious injury or even death from electrical shock, short-circuiting, damages, fire or other hazards. These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following:

•Do not open the device or attempt to disassemble or modify it. Otherwise, there is an increased risk of electrical shock or fire. The device contains no user-serviceable parts. If it appears to be malfunctioning, have it inspected by qualified service personnel. This will also void your warranty on this product.

•Do not look inside the device. If you expose your eyes to the laser inside the device, you risk damage or loss of your vision.

•Do no insert fingers or foreign objects into the device. Otherwise, there is an increased risk of personal injury, electrical shock, damage to the device or fire. Please take particular care if small children are present.

•Do not expose the device to rain, use it near water or in damp or wet conditions, or place containers on it that contain liquids which might spill into an openings. Otherwise, there is an increased risk of electrical shock, fire or personal injury.

•Follow the Owner’s Manual carefully. Otherwise, there is an increased risk of personal injury, electrical shock, fire or damage to the unit. Follow the correct procedure when setting up the device.

•If unusual smells, sounds, or smoke emanate from the device or if liquids enter the device, switch the computer off immediately and unplug it from the power outlet. Otherwise, there is an increased risk of electrical shock, fire or damage to the device. Return the device immediately to the store at which it was purchase or alternatively contact Memorex Tech Support (877) is it live [474-8548] to obtain an RMA.

•Make sure the computer is electrically grounded. Otherwise, there is an increased risk of electrical shock.

•When opening up the computer, always unplug the computer from the electrical outlet. Do not touch the plug with wet hands, Otherwise, there is an increased risk of electrical shock.

•When used in a fan-cooled system, the drive should not be expose to temperatures out side the range 5 ~ 40˚C (41 ~ 104˚F).

CAUTION

Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of physical injury to yourself or others, or damage to the device or other property. these precau- tions include, but are not limited to, the following:

•Always unplug the computer from the electrical outlet if it will not be used for a pro- longed period of time or if there is a risk of lightning. Otherwise, there is an increased risk of electrical shock, short-circuiting or fire.

•Do not expose the device to excessive heat or vibrations such as in direct sunlight or near a heater. Also avoid placing it in extreme cold or in a dusty environment. Otherwise, the front panel may become disfigured or the internal components may be damaged.

•Do not use the device near other electrical products such as televisions, radios or speakers. Otherwise, this may cause interference which can affect the proper operation of those other products.

•Do not place the device in an unstable position. Otherwise, it may accidentally fall down and be damaged or cause personal injury.

•Mount the device horizontally. Otherwise, written data may be destroyed. Set the device up according to the instructions in this Quick Install Guide.

•Always remove the disc from the tray before transporting the device. Otherwise, written data may be destroyed.

•When cleaning the device, never use benzene, paint thinners, detergents or chemical impregnated wiping cloths. Also, do not place vinyl, plastic or rubber objects on the device. Otherwise, the device may be damaged or its front panel may become discolored. Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the device.

•Do not rest your weight on or place heavy objects on the device and do not use excessive force on buttons, switches or connectors. Otherwise, there is an increased risk of damage to the device or personal injury.

•Do not place the device near sources of magnetic interference, such as a computer display. Magnetic interference can affect the operation and stability of the device.

•Have the device serviced regularly. Otherwise, dust can built up inside the device, increasing the risk of fire or damage. For information about servicing charges, contact the store at which the device was purchased. The device should be serviced about once a year.