Panasonic AlCare TK-AS500 - Safety Precautions; Power cord and power plug safety

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Safety Precautions
Introduction
Please make sure to follow these instructions
In order to prevent any harm to human body or damage to property, always follow the instructions below.
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The following classies the degree of risks of harm and damage caused by
incorrect use of the product.
WARNING
Indicates risk of serious injury or death.
CAUTION
Indicates risk of injury or property damage.
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Precautinary symbols are classied as shown below.
(The following are examples of symbols.)
This symbol indicates prohibition.
This symbol indicates requirements to be
observed.
WARNING
Power cord and power plug
z Do not use in a manner that exceeds the rating of the power outlet or connected
equipment.
(Connecting too many appliances to a power outlet may cause a re due to heat generation.)
z Do not damage the power cord or power plug.
• Using staples ( ) to secure it • Damaging it • Re-working it • Bending it forcibly
• Twisting it • Pulling it • Positioning it too close to a heating appliance
• Placing heavy objects on top of it • Bundling it • Pinching it • Sandwiching it. etc.
(Electric shock or short circuit may occur, resulting in a re.)
y When removing the power plug from the power outlet, hold the molded part of the plug rather than
the cord itself, and pull the plug free.
y If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or
similarly qualied persons in order to avoid a hazard.
z Do not connect or disconnect the power plug with wet hands.
(Doing so may cause an electric shock.)
z Use 220 V - 240 V AC voltage.
(Failure to do so can cause smoke, re and/or electric shock.)
z Insert the power plug rmly.
(Failure to do so can cause smoke, re and/or electric shock.)
y Do not use damaged plugs or loose outlets, as such cannot be inserted securely.
z Remove dust or other foreign matter on the power plug periodically.
(If dust or other foreign matter accumulates on the plug, moisture may cause insulation failure,
resulting in a re.)
y Disconnect the power plug, and wipe it with a dry cloth.
z If the main unit falls into water by accident, disconnect its power plug from the
power outlet, and take the main unit out of the water.
(Otherwise an electric shock may occur.)
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