Caution, Caution: read this before operating your unit – Yamaha RX-385 User Manual

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1.

To assure the finest performance, please read this manual
carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future reference.

2.

Install this unit in a cool, dry, clean place – away from windows,
heat sources, sources of excessive vibration, dust, moisture and
cold. Avoid sources of humming (transformers, motors). To
prevent fire or electrical shock, do not expose the unit to rain or
water.

3.

Never open the cabinet. If something drops into the set, contact
your dealer.

4.

Do not use force on switches, controls or connection wires. When
moving the unit, first disconnect the power plug and the wires
connected to other equipment. Never pull the wires themselves.

5.

The openings on the cabinet assure proper ventilation of the unit.
If these openings are obstructed, the temperature inside the
cabinet will rise rapidly and eventually damage the circuits.
Therefore, avoid placing objects against these openings and do
not install the unit where the flow of air through the ventilation
openings could be impeded.

6.

Always set the VOLUME control to “–

” before starting the audio

source play. Increase the volume gradually to an appropriate level
after playback has been started.

7.

Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical solvents; this might
damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth.

8.

Be sure to read the “TROUBLESHOOTING” section regarding
common operating errors before concluding that the unit is faulty.

9.

When not planning to use this unit for long periods of time (ie.,
vacation, etc.), disconnect the AC power plug from the wall outlet.

10.

To prevent lightning damage, disconnect the AC power plug and
disconnect the antenna cable when there is an electrical storm.

11.

Grounding or polarization – Precautions should be taken so that
the grounding or polarization of an appliance is not defeated.

12.

AC outlet
Do not connect audio equipment to the AC outlet on the rear panel
if that equipment requires more power than the outlet is rated to
provide.

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Voltage Selector (General Model only)
The voltage selector on the rear panel of this unit must be set
for your local main voltage BEFORE plugging into the AC
main supply.
Voltages are 110/120/220/240V AC, 50/60 Hz.

IMPORTANT
Please record the serial number of this unit in the space below.

Serial No.:

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

WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION (FOR CANADA MODEL)
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF
PLUG TO WIDE SLOT AND FULLY INSERT.

FOR CANADIAN CUSTOMER
THIS DIGITAL APPARATUS DOES NOT EXCEED THE “CLASS B”
LIMITS FOR RADIO NOISE EMISSIONS FROM DIGITAL
APPARATUS SET OUT IN THE RADIO INTERFERENCE
REGULATION OF THE CANADIAN DEPARTMENT OF
COMMUNICATIONS.

For U.K. customers

If the socket outlets in the home are not suitable for the plug
supplied with this appliance, it should be cut off and an
appropriate 3 pin plug fitted. For details, refer to the
instructions described below.
Note: The plug severed from the mains lead must be
destroyed, as a plug with bared flexible cord is hazardous if
engaged in a live socket outlet.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR U.K. MODEL

IMPORTANT:
The wire in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with
the following code:

Blue: NEUTRAL
Brown: LIVE

The colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus
may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying
the terminals in your plug. Proceed as follows: the wire
which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal
which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK. The
wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the
terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.
Making sure that neither core is connected to the earth
terminal of the three pin plug.

FREQUENCY STEP switch (General Model only)
Because the interstation frequency spacing differs in different
areas, set the FREQUENCY STEP switch (located at the rear)
according to the frequency spacing in your area.
Before setting this switch, disconnect the AC power plug of this unit
from the AC outlet.

CAUTION: READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT.

The apparatus is not disconnected from the AC power
source as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if
the apparatus itself is turned off.

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