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Caution: Do not load anything other than 3- or 5-inch
CDs into the CD changer.
The CD-8400 is made and tested to m eet exacting
safety standards. It meets UL and FCC requirements
and complies with the safety performance standards of
the U.S. Department of He alth and Human Services.
Warnings:
• This system employs a laser light beam. Only a
qualified service person should remove the cover or
attempt to service this device, due to possible eye
injury.
• The use of controls, adjustments, or procedures
other than those specified herein might result in haz-
ardous radiation expo sure.
• Most material on comp act discs and prerec orded
tape is copyrighted. The unauthorized duplication of
copyrighted material is a violation of the copyright
laws of most countries and such duplication may
result in fines and/or imprisonment. Note, however,
in the United States, it is not a violation of U.S. copy-
right laws for a consumer to u se an audi o re cord in g
device to duplicate musical recordings for noncom-
mercial (personal) use.
This symbol is intended to alert you to th e
presence of uninsulated da ngerous voltage
within the product’s enclos ure that migh t be
of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk
of electric shock. Do not o pen the product’s
case.
This symbol is intended to inform you that
important operating and maintenance in-
structions are included in the literature ac-
companying this product.
This equipment complies with the li mits for a Class B
digital device as specified in Part 15 of
FCC Rules
.
These limits provide reas onable protection against
radio and TV interference in a residential area. How-
ever, your equipment might cause TV or radio interfer-
ence even when it is operating properly. To eliminate
interference, you can try one or more of the following
corrective measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the distan ce between t he equipme nt and
the radio or TV.
• Use outlets on different electrical circuits for the
equipment and the radio or TV.
Consult your local Radi oShack store or an experienced
radio/TV technician if the problem still exists.
You must use shielded interface cables with this equ ip-
ment.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DO NOT OPEN.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELEC-
TRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR
BACK. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSON-
NEL.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or
shock hazard, do not expose this product
to rain or moisture.
!!IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSCareful attention is de voted to qua lity standa rds in the ma nufacture of y our CD chan ger, an
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safety is a major factor in its design. However, safety is also your responsibility.
This section lists import ant information that wi ll he lp you properly use and enjo y yo ur CD change
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and accessories. Read al l the includ ed safety an d operatin g instructio ns before usi ng your C
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changer. Follow them closely, and retain them for future reference.
Heed Warnings — Follow all warnings on the product and in the operating instructions.
Cleaning — Unplug this product from th e wall outl et befor e clea ning. U se on ly a dam p cloth fo
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cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
Attachments— Do not use attachments/accessories not recommended by the product manufac
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turer, as they might crea te a hazard.
Water and Moisture — Do not use this product near water (for example, near a bathtub, wash
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bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet b asement; or near a swi mming pool).
Accessories — Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. Th
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product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Us
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only with a cart, stand, tr ipod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with th
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product. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for mounting, and use a recommended mountin
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accessory.
Carts— Move the product on a cart carefully. Quick stops, excessive force, an
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uneven surfaces may c ause the product/cart to overturn.
Ventilation — Slots and openings i n the cabinet provide vent ila tion, ensure reli
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able operation, and protect from overheating. Do not block or cover these open
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ings, and do not place the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. D
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not place the product in a built-in bookcase or rack unless it provides prope r ven
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tilation as specified by the manufacturer.
Power Sources — Operate this product using only the power source indicated on its markin
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label. If you are not sure of your home's power type, consult your product dealer or local powe
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company.
Polarization — This product is eq uipp ed wi th a po lar ize d AC li ne pl ug ( a plu g hav ing on e bla d
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wider than the other). This plug will fit in the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. I
f
you cannot insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plu g still doesn't fit, con
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tact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polar
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ized plug. If you need an extension, use a pol arized cord.
Power-Cord Protection— Route power-supply cords so they are not likely to be walked on o
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pinched by items placed on or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, conve
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nience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.
Nonuse Periods — Unplu g the CD ch anger ’s po wer co rd whe n yo u will n ot us e it for exte nde
d
periods.
Lightning — For added protectio n for th is pr oduct during a lightning st or m , o r whe n it is left unat
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tended and unused for long pe riods of time, un plug it from the w all outlet and disc onnect th
e
antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-lin
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surges.
Overloading — Do n ot over load wal l outlets, extens ion cords , or inte gral conv enience recepta
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cles, as this can result in a r isk of fire or electric shock.
Objects and Liquids — Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings, a
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they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electri
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shock. Never spill liq uid of any kind on the product.
Servicing— Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers ma
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expose you to dangerous vo ltage or other hazards. R efe r al l s erv ic in g to qualified service per s on
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nel.
Damage Requiring Service — Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing t
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qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
• When the power-supply cord or p lug is damaged.
• If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the product.
• If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
• If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust onl
y
those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, as an improper adjustment o
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other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified techni
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cian to restore the product to normal operation.
• If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
• When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
Replacement Parts— When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician use
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replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or having the same characteristics as the origina
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part. Unauthorized substitutions may re sult in fire, electric shock, or other h azards.
Safety Check — Upon completion of service or repairs to this product, ask the service technicia
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to perform safety chec ks to determine that th e product is in proper operating condition.
Wall or Ceiling Mount — The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recom
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mended by the manufac turer.
Heat— The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers
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stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.