WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
The mains lead must only be changed at a qualified service shop.
This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product. The
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT MARKING is located on the rear exterior.
CAUTION
The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. As the laser beam used in this CD/DVD player is harmful to eyes, do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
Notice for customers in the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland
A moulded plug complying with BS1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience. Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced, a 5AMP fuse approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362, (i.e., marked with 
or 
mark) must be used.
If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station.
Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)
This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.
Precautions
Safety
•This unit operates on 220 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Check that the unit’s operating voltage is identical with your local power supply.
•To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
Installing
•Do not install the unit in an inclined position. It is designed to be operated in a horizontal position only.
•Keep the unit and discs away from equipment with strong magnets, such as microwave ovens, or large loudspeakers.
•Do not place heavy objects on the unit.
Notes About the Discs
•To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its edge. Do not touch the surface.
•Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or heat sources such as hot air ducts, or leave it in a car parked in direct sunlight as the temperature may rise considerably inside the car.
•After playing, store the disc in its case.
•Clean the disc with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the disc from the centre out.
•Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available disc/lens cleaners, or
•If you have printed the disc's label, dry the label before playing.
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