Yamaha RX-497 owner manual We Want You Listening, For A Lifetime

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRICSHOCK

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CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF

ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE

COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE

PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO

QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

•Explanation of Graphical Symbols

The lightning flash with arrowheztdsymbol,within an equilateral triangle, is intended l() alert you to the presence o1uninsulaled "dangerous voltage" within the product's erich)sure thai l]lay be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk o1electric shock l()

persolls,

The exclanlation point within an equihaeral triangle

is intended to alert you to the presence of important ol?eratingand maintenance (_lvicing) instructions in

' the literature acc°mpanying the al)pliance

Note to CATV system installer:

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system

installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that

provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particuhtr, specifies that the cable ground shall be

connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

IMPORTANT

Please record the serial nnmber of tiffs unit in the space below.

MODEL:

Serial No.:

The serial number is located on the rear of the unit. Retain this Owner's Manual in a sale place for future reference.

1Read these instructions.

2 Keep these iustructiuus.

3Heed all warnings.

4Follow all instructions.

5Do not use this apparatus near water.

6Clean only with dry cloth.

7Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manuli_cturer's instructions.

8Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or uther apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

Do not delcat the safety purpose of the polarized ur grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A gruunding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third pruug are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit intu your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement uf the obsolete outlet.

10Protect the power culal from being walked un or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit Ii'om the apparatus.

11Only use attachments/accessuries specified by the manufacturer.

12Use only with the cart. stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manuli_cturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used. use caution when moving the cart/apparatus cumbiuation to avoid ii!jury frum tip-over.

13Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for lung periuds of time.

14Relcr all servicing to qualified service persunneh Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or o[_iects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does nut operate normally, ur has been dropped.

We Want You Listening				For A Lifetime
YAMAHA :rod the Electronic Industries Assuciation's Uousumer Electronics Group want >ou tu get the must out ul your
equipment by playing		it at a sale level. One that lets the sound cume through loud and clear without annoying blaring or
distortion	and. most	importantly,	without affecting yuur sensitive hearing. Since hearing damage from loud sounds		is
often undetectable until it is too late, YAMAHA and the Electronic Induslries Associatiuu's Cunsumer Electronics Group
recommend	you to avoid prolonged		exposure	from excessive vohlme levels.	LISTENING