Technics SL-XP140 - Page 6

[Cautions
AC adaptor _
•Handle the AC adaptor carefully. Improper han¬
dling is dangerous.
• Do not touch it with wet hands.
•Do not place heavy objects on top of it.
• Do not forcibly bend it.
•Be sure to connect only the AC adaptor provided
with the unit.
•Disconnect the AC adaptor from the power outlet
if the unit is not going to be used for a long time.
Unit
No altering or remodeling
This can cause malfunctioning.
No dropping or strong impacts
This may damage the unit.
Locations to be avoided
Avoid using the unit in the following locations since
they can cause malfunctioning.
1. Bathrooms and other moisture-prone places
2. iAfarehouses and other dusty places
3. Very hot places near heating appliances, etc.
Do not leave the unit exposed to direct
sunlight for long periods of time
This may deform or discolor the cabinet and may
also cause malfunctioning.
Rechargeable batteries
•Only the SH-CDB8D batteries can be recharged.
•If the power delivered by the batteries lasts for a
very short time after recharging, it means that the
batteries' service life is over. Do not use them any
more, please replace the batteries,
•Hecharglng already charged batteries will shorten
their service life,
•When recharging batteries for the first time or
when they have not been used for a long period of
time, the play time may be shorter than usual. In a
case like this, repeatedly recharge and discharge
the batteries. This will restore them to their regular
charged state.
•Do not allow any metal objects to touch the termi¬
nals of rechargeable batteries since this may
cause short-circuiting which is dangerous.
• Do not peel off the plastic covering on the re¬
chargeable batteries. Short-circuiting may occur,
which is dangerous.
Dry cell batteries/rechargeable
batteries
To prevent damage to the batteries and electrolyte
leakage, heed the following points into the unit.
•Align the © and © polarities properly when insert¬
ing the batteries.
•Do not mix different types or makes of batteries or
old and new batteries.
•Remove the batteries if you do not plan to use the
unit for an extended period of time.
•Do not throw batteries into a fire, and do not
short-circuit, disassemble or subject them to ex¬
cessive heat.
• Do not attempt to recharge dry cell batteries.
Carrying dry cell batteries or
rechargeable batteries around
When putting dry cell or rechargeable batteries in a
pocket or bag, ensure that no other metal objects,
such as a necklace, are placed in the pocket or bag
with them. Contact with metal may cause short-
circuiting which, in turn, may cause a fire.
Be absolutely sure to carry the rechargeable batter¬
ies in the battery carrying case.
When driving a car _
For safety reasons, do not operate the unit while
driving.
Precautions for Listening with
the Headphones _
•Do not play your headset at a high volume. Hear¬
ing experts advise against continuous extended
play.
•If you experience a ringing In your ears, reduce
volume or discontinue use.
•Do not use while operating a motorized vehicle. It
may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in many
areas.
•You should use extreme caution or temporarily
discontinue use in potentially hazardous situa¬
tions.
•Even if your headset is an open-air type designed
to let you hear outside sounds, don't turn up the
volume 80 high that you can't hear what's around
you.
When purchasing rechargeable
batteries
As a safety precaution, the portable CD players
made by our company have a constmction de¬
signed to make It impossible to recharge ordinary
batteries.
To use rechargeable batteries, be absolutely sure
to purchase the rechargeable Ni-Cd batteries de¬
signed especially for this unit.
Special rechargeable Nl-Cd batteries:
SH-CDB8D (set of 2)
For details, ctieck with your dealer.
Special recharge¬
able batteries
Ordinary dry cell
batteries/recharge-
s^le batteries
UlilP)
© ©
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(For United Kingdom)
Notice about the rechargeable battery
The battery is designated recyclable.
Please follow your local recycling regulations.