Panasonic SC-AK250, SC-AK350 Safety precautions, Before use, How to replace the fuse

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Caution for AC Mains Lead

For your safety, please read the following text carefully.

This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience.

A 5-ampere fuse is fi tted in this plug.

Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.

Check for the ASTA mark m or the BSI mark o on the body of the fuse.

If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure that it is refi tted when the fuse is replaced.

If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained.

A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local dealer.

CAUTION!

IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY.

THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13-AMPERE SOCKET.

If a new plug is to be fi tted please observe the wiring code as stated below.

If in any doubt please consult a qualifi ed electrician.

IMPORTANT

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live.

As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured Black or Blue.

The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured Brown or Red.

WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER E, BY THE EARTH SYMBOL n OR COLOURED

GREEN OR GREEN/YELLOW.

THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF—KEEP DRY.

Before use

Remove the connector cover.

How to replace the fuse

The location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC mains plug (fi gures A and B). Confi rm the AC mains plug fi tted and follow the instructions below.

Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug.

1. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.

Figure A Figure B

Fuse cover

2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.

Figure A		Figure B
	Fuse	Fuse
		(5 ampere)
	(5 ampere)

	Safety precautions
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	Placement
LANG
	Set the unit up on an even surface away from direct
	sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, and excessive
	vibration. These conditions can damage the cabinet and
	other components, thereby shortening the unit’s service life.
	Place it at least 15 cm away from wall surfaces to avoid
	distortion and unwanted acoustical effects.
	Do not place heavy items on the unit.
	Voltage
	Do not use high voltage power sources. This can overload
	the unit and cause a fi re.
5	Do not use a DC power source. Check the source
-	carefully when setting the unit up on a ship or other place
LANG	where DC is used.
	AC mains lead protection
	Ensure the AC mains lead is connected correctly and not
	damaged. Poor connection and lead damage can cause fi re
	or electric shock. Do not pull, bend, or place heavy items on
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	Grasp the plug fi rmly when unplugging the lead. Pulling
	the AC mains lead can cause electric shock.
	Do not handle the plug with wet hands. This can cause
	electric shock.
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Foreign matter

Do not let metal objects fall inside the unit. This can cause electric shock or malfunction.

Do not let liquids get into the unit. This can cause electric shock or malfunction. If this occurs, immediately disconnect the unit from the power supply and contact your dealer.

Do not spray insecticides onto or into the unit. They contain fl ammable gases which can ignite if sprayed into the unit.

Service

Do not attempt to repair this unit by yourself. If sound is interrupted, indicators fail to light, smoke appears, or any other problem that is not covered in these instructions occurs, disconnect the AC mains lead and contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Electric shock or damage to the unit can occur if the unit is repaired, disassembled or reconstructed by unqualifi ed persons.

Extend operating life by disconnecting the unit from the power source if it is not to be used for a long time.

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