Yamaha PM3500 - Precautions; Warnings

Introduction
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Yamaha PM3500 MIXING CONSOLE. In order to take full
advantage of the PM3500 and enjoy long, trouble-free performance, please read this owner’s
manual carefully, and keep it in a safe place for future reference.
Precautions
ш Warnings
* Do not place a container with liquid or small metal
objects on top of this unit. Liquid or metal objects
inside this unit are a fire and electrical shock haz-
ard.
* Do not allow water to enter this unit or allow the
unit to become wet. Fire or electrical shock may
result.
* Connect this unit's power cord only to an AC outlet
of the type stated in this Owner's Manual or as
marked on the unit. Failure to do so is a fire and
electrical shock hazard.
* Do not scratch, bend, twist, pull, or heat the power
cord. A damaged power cord is a fire and electrical
shock hazard.
* Do not place heavy objects, including this unit, on
top of the power cord. A damaged power cord is a
fire and electrical shock hazard. In particular, be
careful not to place heavy objects on a power cord
covered by a carpet.
* If you notice any abnormality, such as smoke, odor,
or noise, or if a foreign object or liquid gets inside
the unit, turn it off immediately. Remove the power
cord from the AC outlet. Consult your dealer for
repair. Using the unit in this condition is a fire and
electrical shock hazard.
* Should this unit be dropped or the cabinet be dam-
aged, turn the power switch off, remove the power
plug from the AC outlet, and contact your dealer. If
you continue using the unit without heeding this
instruction, fire or electrical shock may result.
* If the power cord is damaged (i.e., cut or a bare wire
is exposed), ask your dealer for a replacement.
Using the unit with a damaged power cord is a fire
and electrical shock hazard.
* Do not remove the unit's cover. You could receive
an electrical shock. If you think internal inspection,
maintenance, or repair is necessary, contact your
dealer.
* Do not modify the unit. Doing so is a fire and elec-
trical shock hazard.
* If lightning begins to occur, turn off the power
switch of the unit as soon as possible, and unplug
the power cable plug from the electrical outlet.
* If there is a possibility of lightning, do not touch the
power cable plug if it is still connected. Doing so
may be an electrical shock hazard.
B Cautions
* Keep this unit away from the following locations:
- Locations exposed to oil splashes or steam, such
as near cooking stoves, humidifiers, etc.
- Unstable surfaces, such as a wobbly table or slope.
Locations exposed to excessive heat, such as
inside a car with all the windows closed, or
places that receive direct sunlight.
- Locations subject to excessive humidity or dust
accumulation.
This unit has ventilation holes at the rear, and the
bottom to prevent the internal temperature rising
too high. Do not block them. Blocked ventilation
holes are a fire hazard.
To relocate the unit, turn the power switch off,
remove the power plug from the AC outlet, and
remove all connecting cables. Damaged cables may
cause fire or electrical shock.
Turn off all musical instruments, audio equipment,
and speakers when connecting to this unit. Use the
correct connecting cables and connect as specified.
Always lower the volume control to minimum
before turning on the power to this unit. A sudden
blast of sound may damage your hearing.
* Clean the contacts of the phone plug before con-
necting it to the SPEAKERS jack of this unit. Dirty
contacts may generate heat. .
Use only speaker cables when connecting speakers
to amplifier outputs. Using other types of cables is a
fire hazard.
Hold the power cord plug when disconnecting it
from an AC outlet. Never pull the cord. A damaged
power cord is a potential fire and electrical shock
hazard.
Do not touch the power plug with wet hands.
Doing so is a potential electrical shock hazard.
* The inside of the unit should be cleaned periodi-
cally. Dust accumulation inside the unit may cause
malfunction and is a potential fire hazard. Consult
your dealer for information about cleaning.
To prevent electrical shock when cleaning the unit,
remove the power plug from the AC outlet.
If you know you will not use this unit for a long
period of time, such as when going on vacation,
remove the power plug from the AC outlet. Leaving
it connected is a potential бге hazard. ·