Aiwa CX-NV8000 manual Precautions

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 Instructions 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, 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 catt, the unit should be moved

with care.

Quick stops, excessive force,

3AC 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 routed to avoid being severely bent, pinched, or walked upon. Pay particular attention to the coral from the unit to the power socket,

-Avoid overloading AC power plugs and extension cords beyond their capacity, as this could result in fire or shock.

4Extension 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,

5When not in use — Unplug the AC power cord from the AC power plug it 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 turnecl off

Outdoor Antenna

1Power lines — When connecting an outdoor antenna, make! sure it is located away from power lines.

2Outdoor antenna grounding — Be sure the antenna systeml is properly grounded to provide protection against unexpected voltage surges or static electricity build-up. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANS1/NFPA 70, provides informatiorl on proper grounding of the mast, supporting structure, ancl the lead-in wire to the antenna discharge unit, as well as the size of the grounding unit, connection to grcmnding terminals, and requirements for grounding terminals themselves.

and uneven surfaces may cause

the unit orcartto 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.

8Wall or ceiling mounting —The unit should not be mounted on a wall or ceiling, unless specified in the Operating Instructions.

Electric Power

1Power eources — Connect this unit only to power sources specified in the Operating Instructions, and as marked on the unit.

2Polarization — 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.

Antenna Grounding According to the National Electrical Code

hI ~- ANTENNALEAD‘“““’

	. ANTENNA	DISCHARGE UNIT
	(NEC SECTION 810-20)
ELECTRIC
	GROUNDING	CONDUCTORS
	(NEC SECTION 810.21)
	GROUND CLAMPS
~	POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
“EC-NATIONAL ELEC1-RICAL CODE	ELECTRODE SYSTEM

(NEC ART 250 PART H)

Maintenance

Clean the unit only as recommended in the Operating Instructions.

Damaqe Reauirina Service

Have the units 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 damageci

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THE UNIT YOURSELF.

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