NHT S-20 owner manual Important Safety Instructions

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with the arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

1.READ INSTRUCTIONS - All safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated.

2.RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS - Safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3.HEED WARNINGS - All warnings on the appliance and in operating instructions should be adhered to.

4.FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS - All operating and use instructions should be followed.

5.WATER AND MOISTURE- The appliance should not be used near water - near bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub; in a wet base- ment near a swimming pool, etc.

6.CARTS AND STANDS - Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The appliance should be used only with a cart or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer.

7.VENTILATION - The appliance should be situated so that its location and position do not interfere with proper ventilation. The appliance should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or any surface that may obstruct cabinet openings.

8.HEAT - The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other devices (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9.POWER SOURCES - This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type power supply in your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power or other sources, refer to the oper- ating instructions.

10.POWER CORD PROTECTION - Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked upon or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying attention to cords and plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.

11.POLARIZED PLUG - This appliance is equipped with a polarized line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power out- let 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 still fails to fit, contact your elec- trician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.

12.LIGHTNING - For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power line surges.

13.OVERLOADING - Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles, as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

14.CLEANING - Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

15.NON-USE PERIODS - This amplifier should be unplugged from the outlet when the appliance is left unused for a long period of time.

16.OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY - Never push objects of any kind into this product through 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 this product.

17.DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE - The appliance should be serviced by qualified personnel when:

a.The power supply cord or plug has been damaged; or

b.Objects have fallen on or liquid has been spilled into the appliance; or

c.The appliance has been exposed to rain; or

d.The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or

e.The appliance has been dropped or the enclosure is damaged.

18.SERVICING - Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. For service warranty information call the NHT Hotline number: 1-800-NHT-9993.

19.REPLACEMENT PARTS - When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitution may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

20.SAFETY CHECK - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

This symbol indicates that this product incorporates double insulation between hazardous mains voltage and user accessible parts. When servicing use only identical replacement parts.

CAUTION

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.

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