Harman-Kardon 201 Read First! Important Safety Precautions, Do Not Open, Risk Of Electric Shock

Read First! Important Safety Precautions!

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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.

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 triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the

literature accompanying the appliance.

1.	Read Instructions. All the safety and operating
instructions should be read before the product is
operated.
2.	Retain Instructions. The safety and operating
instructions should be retained for future reference.
3.	Heed Warnings. All warnings on the product and
in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4.	Follow Instructions. All operating and use
instructions should be followed.
5.	Cleaning. Unplug this product from the wall out-
let before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or
aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
6.	Attachments. Do not use attachments not rec-
ommended by the product manufacturer, as they
may cause hazards.
7.	Water and Moisture. Do not use this product
near water – for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl,
kitchen sink or laundry tub; in a wet basement;
near a swimming pool; or the like.
8.	Accessories. Do not place this product on an
unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table. The
product may fall, causing serious injury to a child
or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use
only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table
recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the
product. Any mounting of the product should follow
the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use
a mounting accessory recommended by the manu-

a bookcase or rack, unless proper ventilation is pro- vided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.

11.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 of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intend- ed to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

12.Polarization. This product may be

equipped with a polarized alternating-current-line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet 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 should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your

obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

13.Power-Cord Protection. Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.

14.Nonuse Periods. The power cord of the product should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for long periods of time.

15.Outdoor Antenna Grounding. If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the prod- uct, be sure the antenna or cable system is ground- ed so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-dis- charge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure 1.

16.Lightning. For added protection for this prod- uct 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.

17.Power Lines. An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such

power lines or circuits, as contact with them might be fatal.

18.Overloading. Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience recepta- cles, as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

19.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 the product.

20.Servicing. Do not attempt to service this prod- uct yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

21.Damage Requiring Service. Unplug this prod- uct from the wall outlet and refer servicing to quali- fied service personnel under the following condi- tions:

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

b. Objects have fallen onto, or liquid has been spilled into, the product; or

c. The product has been exposed to rain or water; or

d. The product does not operate normally when fol- lowing the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instruc- tions, as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require exten- sive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation; or

e. The product has been dropped or damaged in any way; or

f. The product exhibits a distinct change in perfor- mance; this indicates a need for service.

22.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 substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

23.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.

24.Wall or Ceiling Mounting. The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommend- ed by the manufacturer.

25.Heat. The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

facturer.

9. A Product and Cart Combination

Should Be Moved with Care. Quick stops, excessive force and uneven sur- faces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.

10.Ventilation. Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation, such as

Figure 1.

Example of Antenna Grounding as per

National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70

Antenna Lead-In Wire

Ground Clamp

Antenna Discharge Unit (NEC Section 810-20)

Grounding Conductors (NEC Section 810-21)

Electric Service Equipment

Ground Clamps

Power Service Grounding Electrode System

(NEC Art. 250, Part H)

Part No. HCGULB 08/00

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