Panasonic CQ-C8803N operating instructions Safety Information

Safety Information

■Read the operating instructions for the unit and all other com- ponents of your car audio system carefully before using the system. They contain instructions about how to use the sys- tem in a safe and effective manner. Panasonic assumes no responsibility for any problems resulting from failure to observe the instructions given in this manual.

■This manual uses pictographs to show you how to use the product safely and to alert you to potential dangers resulting from improper connections and operations. The meanings of the pictographs are explained below. It is important that you fully understand the meanings of the pictographs in order to use this manual and the system properly.

	This pictograph intends to alert you to the pres-
	ence of important operating instructions and
Warning	installation instructions. Failure to heed the
	instructions may result in severe injury or death.

	This pictograph intends to alert you to the pres-
	ence of important operating instructions and
Caution	installation instructions. Failure to heed the
	instructions may result in injury or material dam-
	age.

Warning

Observe the following warnings when using this unit.

❑The driver should neither watch the display nor operate the system while driving.

Watching the display or operating the system will distract the driver from looking ahead of the vehicle and can cause accidents. Always stop the vehicle in a safe location and use the parking brake before watching the display or operating the system.

❑Use the proper power supply.

This product is designed for operation with a negative grounded 12 V DC battery system. Never operate this prod- uct with other battery systems, especially a 24 V DC battery system.

❑Keep batteries and insulation film out of reach of infants.

Batteries and insulation film can be ingested, so keep them out of the reach of infants. If an infant ingests a battery or insulation film, please seek immediate medical attention.

❑Protect the Deck Mechanism.

Do not insert any foreign objects into the slot of this unit.

❑Do not disassemble or modify the unit.

Do not disassemble, modify the unit or attempt to repair the product yourself. If the product needs to be repaired, consult your dealer or an authorized Panasonic Service Centre.

❑Do not use the unit when it is out of order.

If the unit is out of order (no power, no sound) or in an abnormal state (has foreign objects in it, is exposed to water, is smoking, or smells), turn it off immediately and consult your dealer.

❑The remote control unit should not lie about in the car.

If the remote control unit lies about, it could fall on the floor while driving, get wedged under the brake pedal, and lead to a traffic accident.

❑Refer fuse replacement to qualified service person- nel.

When the fuse blows out, eliminate the cause and have it replaced with the fuse prescribed for this unit by a qualified service engineer. Incorrect replacement of the fuse may lead to smoke, fire, and damage to the product.

Observe the following warnings when installing.

❑Disconnect the lead from the negative (–) battery terminal before installation.

Wiring and installation with the negative (–) battery terminal connected may cause electrical shock and injury due to a short circuit.

Some cars equipped with the electrical safety system have specific procedures of battery terminal disconnection.

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE PROCEDURE MAY LEAD TO THE UNINTENDED ACTIVATION OF THE ELECTRICAL SAFETY SYSTEM RESULTING IN DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE AND PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.

❑Never use safety-related components for installa- tion, grounding, and other such functions.

Do not use safety-related vehicle components (fuel tank, brake, suspension, steering wheel, pedals, airbag, etc.) for wiring or fixing the product or its accessories.

❑Installing the product on the air bag cover or in a location where it interferes with airbag operation is prohibited.

❑Check for piping, gasoline tank, electric wiring, and other items before installing the product.

If you need to open a hole in the vehicle chassis to attach or wire the product, first check where the wire harness, gaso- line tank, and electric wiring are located. Then open the hole from outside if possible.

❑Never install the product in a location where it inter- feres with your field of vision.

❑Never have the power cord branched to supply other equipment with power.

❑After installation and wiring, you should check the normal operation of other electrical equipment.

The continuation of their using in abnormal conditions may cause fire, electrical shock or a traffic accident.

❑In the case of installation to an airbag-equipping car, confirm warnings and cautions of the vehicle manufacturer before installation.

❑Make sure the leads do not interfere with driving or getting in and out of the vehicle.

❑Insulate all exposed wires to prevent short circuit- ing.

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