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Notices and Safety Instructions
14. LIGHTNING:
For added protection of this CAMCORDER 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 CAMCORDER due
to lightning and power-line surges.
15. POWER LINES:
An outside antenna system should not be located
in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other
electric light or power circuits 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.
16. OVERLOADING:
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords
as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
17. OBJECTS AND LIQUIDS:
Never push objects of any kind into this
CAMCORDER through openings as they may touch
dangerous voltage points or short out a part
that could result in a fire or electric shock.
Never spill liquids of any kind onto the
CAMCORDER. Should spillage occur, unplug unit
and have it checked by a technician before use.
18. SERVICING:
Do not attempt to service this CAMCORDER
yourself. Opening or removing covers may expose
you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
19. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE:
Unplug this CAMCORDER from the wall outlet and
refer servicing to qualified service personnel
under the following conditions:
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If any liquid has been spilled onto, or objects have
fallen into the CAMCORDER.
c. If the CAMCORDER has been exposed to rain or
water.
d. If the CAMCORDER does not operate normally
by following the operating instructions, adjust only
those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions. Improper adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and will often
require extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the CAMCORDER to its normal
operation.
e.If the CAMCORDER has been dropped or
the cabinet has been damaged.
f. When the CAMCORDER exhibits a distinct
change in performance, this indicates a
need for service.
20. REPLACEMENT PARTS:
When replacement parts are required, be sure
the service technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer and having the
same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock or other hazards.
21. SAFETY CHECK:
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
CAMCORDER, ask the service technician to
perform safety checks to determine that
the CAMCORDER is in safe operating order.