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WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOIS-
TURE.
“CAUTION:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.”
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

Explanation of Graphical Symbols:

The lightning flash with 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 trian-
gle is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servic-
ing) instructions in the literature accompanying
the appliance.
PRECAUTIONS
Read the Operating Instructions carefully and completely before
operating the unit. Be sure to keep the Operating Instructions for
future reference. All warnings and cautions in the Operating Instruc-
tions and on the unit should be strictly followed, as well as the safety
suggestions below.
Installation
1 Water and moisture – Do not use this unit near water, such as
near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet
basement, swimming pool, or the like.
2 Heat – Do not use this unit near sources of heat, including heating
vents, stoves, or other appliances that generate heat. It also
should not be placed in temperatures less than 5˚C (41˚F) or
greater than 35˚C (95˚F).
3 Mounting surface – Place the unit on a flat, even surface.
4 Ventilation – The unit should be situated with adequate space
around it so that proper heat ventilation is assured. Allow 10 cm
(4 in.) clearance from the rear and the top of the unit, and 5 cm (2
in.) from the each side.
- Do not place the unit on a bed, rug, or similar surface that may
block the ventilation openings.
- Do not install the unit in a bookcase, cabinet, or airtight rack
where ventilation may be impeded.
5 Objects and liquid entry – Take care that objects or liquids do
not get inside the unit through the ventilation openings.
6 Carts and stands – When placed or
mounted on a stand or cart, the unit should
be moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven
surfaces may cause the unit or cart to
overturn or fall.
7 Condensation – Moisture may form on the CD pickup lens when:
- The unit is moved from a cold spot to a warm spot
- The heating system has just been turned on
- The unit is used in a very humid room
- The unit is cooled by an air conditioner
When this unit has condensation inside, it may not function
normally. Should this occur, leave the unit for a few hours, then
try to operate again.
8 Wall or ceiling mounting – The unit should not be mounted on
a wall or ceiling, unless specified in the Operating Instructions.
Electric Power
1 Power sources – Use on batteries or AC house current, as
specified in the Operating Instructions and marked on the unit.
2 Polarization – As a safety feature, some units are equipped with
polarized AC power plugs which can only be inserted one way into
a power outlet. If it is difficult or impossible to insert the AC power
plug into an outlet, turn the plug over and try again. If it still does
not easily insert into the outlet, please call a qualified service
technician to service or replace the outlet. To avoid defeating the
safety feature of the polarized plug, do not force it into a power
outlet.
3 AC power cord
- When disconnecting the AC power cord, pull it out by the AC
power plug. Do not pull the cord itself.
- Never handle the AC power plug with wet hands, as this could
result in fire or shock.
- Power cords should be firmly secured to avoid being bent,
pinched, or walked upon. Pay particular attention to the cord
from the unit to the power socket.
- Avoid overloading AC outlets and extension cords beyond their
capacity, as this could result in fire or shock.
4 Extension cord – To help prevent electric shock, do not use a
polarized AC power plug with an extension cord, receptacle, or
other outlet unless the polarized plug can be completely inserted
to prevent exposure of the blades of the plug.
5 When not in use – Unplug the AC power cord from the AC outlet
or remove all the batteries if the unit will not be used for several
months or more. When the cord is plugged in, a small amount of
current continues to flow to the unit, even when the power is
turned off.
Maintenance
Clean the unit only as recommended in the Operating Instructions.
Damage Requiring Service
Have the unit serviced by a qualified service technician if:
- The AC power cord or plug has been damaged
- Foreign objects or liquid have gotten inside the unit
- The unit has been exposed to rain or water
- The unit does not seem to operate normally
- The unit exhibits a marked change in performance
- The unit has been dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THE UNIT YOURSELF.

Owner’s record

For your convenience, record the model number and serial number
(you will find them on the rear of your set) in the space provided
below. Please refer to them when you contact your Aiwa dealer in
case of difficulty.
Model No. Serial No. (Lot No.)
CSD-EL300
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