Panasonic CF-31 Precautions

Getting Started

THIS PRODUCT IS NOT INTENDED FOR USE AS, OR AS

PART OF, NUCLEAR EQUIPMENT/SYSTEMS, AIR TRAFFIC

CONTROL EQUIPMENT/SYSTEMS, AIRCRAFT COCKPIT

EQUIPMENT/SYSTEMS*1, MEDICAL DEVICES OR ACCES-

SORIES*2, LIFE SUPPORT SYSTEMS OR OTHER EQUIP-

MENTS/DEVICES/SYSTEMS THAT ARE INVOLVED WITH

ENSURING HUMAN LIFE OR SAFETY. PANASONIC WILL

NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY LIABILITY RESULTING

FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT ARISING OUT OF THE

FOREGOING USES.

*1 AIRCRAFT COCKPIT EQUIPMENT/SYSTEMS include Class2

Electrical Flight Bag (EFB) Systems and Class1 EFB Systems

when used during critical phases of ﬂ ight (e.g., during take-

off and landing) and/or mounted on to the aircraft. Class1 EFB

Systems and 2 EFB Systems are deﬁ ned by FAA: AC (Advi-

sory Circular) 120-76A or JAA: JAA TGL (Temporary Guidance

Leaﬂ ets) No.36.

*2 As deﬁ ned by the European Medical Device Directive (MDD)

93/42/EEC.

Panasonic cannot guarantee any speciﬁ cations, technolo-

gies, reliability, safety (e.g. Flammability/Smoke/Toxicity/Radio

Frequency Emission, etc) requirements related to aviation

standards and medical equipment standards that differ from

the speciﬁ cations of our COTS (Commercial-Off-The-Shelf)

products.

Panasonic cannot guarantee any speciﬁ cations, technolo-

gies, reliability, safety (e.g. Flammability/Smoke/Toxicity/Radio

Frequency Emission, etc) requirements related to aviation

standards that exceed the speciﬁ cations of our COTS (Com-

mercial-Off-The-Shelf) products.

This computer is not intended for use in medical equipment in-

cluding life-support systems, air trafﬁ c control systems, or other

equipment, devices or systems that are involved with ensuring

human life or safety. Panasonic cannot be held responsible in

any way for any damages or loss resulting from the use of this

unit in these types of equipment, devices or systems, etc.

The CF-31 was developed based on thorough research into the

real-world portable computing environments. Exhaustive pursuit

of usability and reliability under harsh conditions led to innova-

tions such has the magnesium alloy exterior, vibration damped

hard disk drive and ﬂ oppy disk drive, ﬂ exible internal connec-

tions. The CF-31’s outstanding engineering has been tested

using the strict MIL-STD- 810F (for vibration and shock) and IP

(for dust and water) based procedures.

As with any portable computer device precautions should be

taken to avoid any damage. The following usage and handling

procedures are recommended.

Before putting the computer away, be sure to wipe off any

moisture.

If a Malfunction or Trouble Occurs, Immediately Stop Use

If a Malfunction Occurs, Immediately Unplug the AC Plug

and the Battery Pack

 This product is damaged

 Foreign object inside this product

 Smoke emitted

 Unusual smell emitted

 Unusually hot

Continuing to use this product while any of the above conditions

are present may result in ﬁ re or electric shock.

 If a malfunction or trouble occurs, immediately unplug the

AC plug and remove the unit from this product. Then, contact

your technical support ofﬁ ce for repair.

Do Not Touch This Product In a Thunderstorm If Connected

with the AC Cable or Any Other Cables

Electric shock may result.

Do Not Connect the AC Adaptor to a Power Source Other

Than a Standard Household AC Outlet

Otherwise, a ﬁ re due to overheating may result. Connecting to a

DC/AC converter (inverter) may damage the AC adaptor. On an

airplane, only connect the AC adaptor/charger to an AC outlet

speciﬁ cally approved for such use.

Do Not Do Anything That May Damage the AC Cord, the AC

Plug, or the AC Adaptor

Do not damage or modify the cord, place it near hot tools, bend,

twist, or pull it forcefully, place heavy objects on it, or bundle it

tightly.

Continuing to use a damaged cord may result in ﬁ re, short cir-

cuit, or electric shock.

Do Not Pull or Insert the AC Plug If Your Hands Are Wet

Electric shock may result.

Clean Dust and Other Debris of the AC Plug Regularly

If dust or other debris accumulates on the plug, humidity, etc.

may cause a defect in the insulation, which may result in a ﬁ re.

 Pull the plug, and wipe it with a dry cloth.

Pull the plug if the computer is not being used for a long pe-

riod of time.

Insert the AC Plug Completely

If the plug is not inserted completely, ﬁ re due to overheating or

electric shock may result.

 Do not use a damaged plug or loose AC outlet.

Close the Connector Cover Tightly When Using This Prod-

uct Where Is a Lot of Water, Moisture, Steam, Dust, Oily

Vapors, etc.

The entry of foreign matter may cause a ﬁ re or electric shocks.

 If foreign matter has found its way inside, immediately turn

the power off and unplug the AC cord, and then remove the

battery pack. Then contact your technical support ofﬁ ce.

Do Not Disassemble This Product

The high-voltage areas inside may give you an electric shock,

or foreign matter may enter and result in a ﬁ re.

Keep SD Memory Cards Away from Infants and Small Chil-

dren

Accidental swallowing will result in bodily injury.

 In the event of accidental swallowing, see a doctor imme-

diately.

Do Not Place This Product on Unstable Surface

If balance is lost, this product may fall over or drop, resulting in

an injury.

Avoid Stacking

If balance is lost, this product may fall over or drop, resulting in

an injury.

Do Not Leave This Product in High Temperature Environ-

ment for a Long Period of Time

Leaving this product where it will be exposed to extremely high

temperatures such as near ﬁ re or in direct sunlight may deform

the cabinet and/or cause trouble in the internal parts. Continued

use in such a resulting condition may lead to short-circuiting or

insulation defects, etc. which may in turn lead to a ﬁ re or electric

shocks.

Do Not Block the Ventilation Hole (Exhaust)

Using this product wrapped in cloth or on top of bedding or a

blanket can block the ventilation hole and cause heat to build up

inside. Possibly resulting in a ﬁ re.

Hold the Plug When Unplugging the AC Plug

Pulling on the cord may damage the cord, resulting in a ﬁ re or

electric shock.

Do Not Move This Product While the AC Plug Is Connected

The AC cord may be damaged, resulting in ﬁ re or electric shock.

 If the AC cord is damaged, unplug the AC plug immediately.

Use Only the Speciﬁ ed AC Adaptor With This Product

Using an AC adaptor other than the one supplied (supplied with the

unit or one sold separately as an accessory) may result in a ﬁ re.

Do Not Subject the AC Adaptor to Any Strong Impact

Using the AC adaptor after a strong impact such as being

dropped may result in electric shock, short circuit, or ﬁ re.

Precautions