M&S Systems DMC1HC important safety instructions USA & Canada, dmc1 MUSIC/COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM

INTRODUCTION

Designed for installation in new homes, the dmc1 is a whole-house music and communication system. It is designed to provide years of enjoyment and service to the homeowner. M&S Systems brand audio products are backed with more than 50 years of experience in the design and manufacture of precision acoustical equipment for the home. To ensure that the homeowner receives the high-quality music and voice reproduction that the system is designed to deliver, it is important that each step of the installation be carefully completed by the installer. In the event you need troubleshooting assistance, please call our technical support staff at 1-800-421-1587.

dmc1 MUSIC/COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM

FINISH-OUT INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION !

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SHOCK HAZARD !

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before installing or operating the dmc1.

Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

Heed Warnings - All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions should be followed.

Water and Moisture - The appliance should not be used near water - for example: near bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like. Doing so can create a fi re or shock hazards and impair the warranty.

Cleaning - Use only a dry cloth.

Attachments - Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

Ventilation - The appliance should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. For example, the appliance should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings: or, placed in a built in installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the fl ow of air to the ventilation openings.

Heat - The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (including amplifi ers) that produce heat.

Power Sources - The appliance should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the rough-in instructions or as marked on the appliance.

Grounding or Polarization - Precautions should be taken so that the grounding or polarization means of an appliance is not defeated.

Power Lines - An outdoor antenna should be located away from power lines.

Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna is connected to the receiver, be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70 1984, provides information with respect 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 discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode (see fi gure).

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 fi re or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

Fuses - For continued protection against risk of fi re, replace the fuses in the Master Station or CD Player unit only with the same type and rating 3 Amp Slo-blo fuses.

Servicing - The user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that described in the operating instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualifi ed service personnel.

Damage Requiring Service - The appliance should be serviced by qualifi ed service personnel when:

■The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or

■Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the appliance; or

■The appliance has been exposed to rain; or the appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or

■The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.

■When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance - this indicates a need for service.

Replacement Parts - When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specifi ed by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fi re, electric shock, or other hazards.

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.

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

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