Arcam Alpha 10 - Manual (Page 10)

SAFETY GUIDELINES
This product was designed and manufactured to meet strict quality
and safety standards. There are, however some installation and
operation precautions of which you should be particularly aware :
1. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions
should be read before the appliance is operated.
2. Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions
should be retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the appliance and in the
operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions
should be followed.
5. Water and Moisture - The appliance should not be used
near water - for example near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink,
laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool, etc.
6. Racks and Stands - The appliance should be used only with
a rack or stand that is recommended for use with audio equipment.
If the equipment is on a portable rack it should be moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the
combination to overturn.
7. Ventilation - The appliance should be situated so that its
location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation.
For example, the appliance should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug
or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings or placed
in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet that may
impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings. We
recommend a minimum distance of 50mm (2 inches) around the
sides and top of the apparatus to provide adequate ventilation.
8. Heat - The appliance should be situated away from naked
flames and equipment such as radiators, stoves or other appliances
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Power Sources - The appliance should be connected to a
power supply only of the type described in the operating
instructions or as marked on the appliance.
10. Grounding - Precautions should be taken so that the
grounding means of the appliance is not defeated.
I I . Power-Cord Protection - Power supply cords should be
routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by
items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to
cords and plugs, and the point where they exit from the appliance.
12. Cleaning - Unplug the unit from the mains supply before
cleaning.The appliance should normally only require a wipe over
with a clean, dry, lint-free cloth. If it is heavily soiled then a cloth
slightly dampened with a water/washing up liquid solution may be
used. Dry the unit aftenA^ards with a dry cloth.
We do not advise the use of furniture type cleaning sprays/polishes
as this can cause white marks, which are very difficult to remove, if
the unit is then wiped over with water.
13. Power Lines - An outdoor antenna/ aerial should be located
away from power lines.
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. Non-use Periods - If the unit has a stand by function a small
amount of current will continue to flow in the equipment in this
mode.The power cord of the appliance should be unplugged from
the outlet when left unused for a long period of time.
15. Object and Liquid Entry - Care should be taken so that
objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure
through any openings. Objects filled with liquids, such as vases
,should not be placed on the equipment.
16. Abnormal Smell - If an abnormal smell or smoke is
detected from the appliance, immediately turn the power off and
unplug the unit from the wall outlet. Contact your dealer
immediately.
17. Damage Requiring Service - The appliance should be
serviced by qualified service personnel when:
A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged or:
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has spilled into the appliance or:
C. The appliance has been exposed to rain or:
D. The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a
marked change in performance or:
E. The appliance has been dropped or the enclosure damaged.
18. Servicing - The user should not attempt to service the
appliance beyond that described in the operating instructions.
All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.
19. The appliance has been designed for use in moderate climates.