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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSINFORMATION RELATING TO PERSONAL INJURY,ELECTRICAL SHOCK,
AND FIRE HAZARD POSSIBILITIES HAS BEEN INCLUDED IN THIS LIST.
WARNING- When using any electrical or electronic product,
basic precautions should always be followed. These
precautions include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Read all Safety Instructions, Installation Instructions,
Special Message Section items, and any Assembly
Instructions found in this manual BEFORE making any
connections, including connection to the main supply.
2. Do not attempt to service this product beyond that
described in the user-maintenance instructions. All other
servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.
3. Main Power Supply Verification: Yamaha products are
manufactured specifically for the supply voltage in the area
where they are to be sold. If you should move, or if any doubt
exists about the supply voltage in your area, please contact
your dealer for supply voltage verification and (if applicable)
instructions. The required supply voltage is printed on the
name plate. For name plate location, please refer to the
graphic found in the Special Message Section of this manual.
4. DANGER-Grounding Instructions: This product must be
grounded and therefore has been equipped with a three pin
attachment plug. If this product should malfunction, the ground
pin provides a path of low resistance for electrical current,
reducing the risk of electrical shock. If your wall socket will not
accommodate this type plug, contact an electrician to have
the outlet replaced in accordance with local electrical codes.
Do NOTmodify the plug or change the plug to a different type!
5. WARNING: Do not place this product or any other
objects on the power cord or place it in a position where
anyone could walk on, trip over, or roll anything over power or
connecting cords of any kind. The use of an extension cord is
not recommended! If you must use an extension cord, the
minimum wire size for a 25' cord (or less) is 18 AWG. NOTE:
The smaller the AWG number, the larger the current handling
capacity. For longer extension cords, consult a local
electrician.
6. Ventilation: Electronic products, unless specifically
designed for enclosed installations, should be placed in
locations that do not interfere with proper ventilation. If
instructions for enclosed installations are not provided, it must
be assumed that unobstructed ventilation is required.
7. Temperature considerations: Electronic products should
be installed in locations that do not seriously contribute to their
operating temperature. Placement of this product close to heat
sources such as; radiators, heat registers etc., should be
avoided.
8. This product was NOT designed for use in wet/damp
locations and should not be used near water or exposed to
rain. Examples of wet /damp locations are; near a swimming
pool, spa, tub, sink, or wet basement.
9. This product should be used only with the components
supplied or; a cart ,rack, or stand that is recommended by the
manufacturer. If a cart, rack, or stand is used, please observe
all safety markings and instructions that accompany the
accessory product.
10. The power supply cord (plug) should be disconnected
from the outlet when electronic products are to be left unused
for extended periods of time. Cords should also be
disconnected when there is a high probability of lightening
and/or electrical storm activity.
11. Care should be taken that objects do not fall and
liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through any openings
that may exist.
12. Electrical/electronic products should be serviced by a
qualified service person when:
a. The power supply cord has been damaged; or
b. Objects have fallen, been inserted, or liquids have
been spilled into the enclosure through openings; or
c. The product has been exposed to rain; or
d. The product does not operate, exhibits a marked
change in performance; or
e. The product has been dropped, or the enclosure of the
product has been damaged.
13. This product, either alone or in combination with an
amplifier and headphones or speaker/s, may be capable of
producing sound levels that could cause permanent hearing
loss. DO NOT operate for a long period of time at a high
volume level or at a level that is uncomfortable. If you
experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should
consult an audiologist.
IMPORTANT: The louder the sound, the shorter the time
period before damage occurs.
14. Some Yamaha products may have benches and/or
accessory mounting fixtures that are either supplied as a part
of the product or as optional accessories. Some of these items
are designed to be dealer assembled or installed. Please
make sure that benches are stable and any optional fixtures
(where applicable) are well secured BEFORE using. Benches
supplied by Yamaha are designed for seating only. No other
uses are recommended.
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