Angelcare AC601 - Manual (Page 3)

15. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
15.1 Read these instructions - All the safety
instructions should be read before the
product is operated.
15.2 Keep these instructions. The safety
and operating instructions should be
retained for future reference.
15.3 Heed all warnings – All warnings on the
product and in the operating instructions
should be adhered to.
15.4 Follow all instructions – All operating
and use instructions should be followed.
15.5 Water and moisture - DO NOT use
this apparatus near water. For example,
near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink,
laundry tub, in a wet environment or near
a swimming pool and the like. Care should
be taken so that objects DO NOT fall onto
units and that liquids are not spilled into
either unit or Sensor Pad through its
openings.
15.6 Cleaning - Disconnect all units before
cleaning. DO NOT immerse in water any
part of the Nursery Unit, Parent Unit. Clean
only with dry cloth. DO NOT spray with
cleaning products or solvents. Wipe Sensor
Pad with a cloth moistened very slightly
with an antiseptic or mild detergent.
15.7 Ventilation - DO NOT block any
ventilation openings. Allow for proper
ventilation when units are in use. DO NOT
cover the Nursery Unit or Parent Unit with
any object such as a blanket. DO NOT place
it in a drawer or in any location which
would muffle the sound or interfere with
the normal flow of air.
15.8 Heat sources - DO NOT install near
any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, TVs or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Heat can damage the case or electrical
parts.
15.9 Power cord protection - Protect the
Sensor Pad cord and Adapter’s power
cord from being walked on or pinched by
furniture or other items – Power supply
cords should be routed so that they are not
likely to be walked on or pinched by items
upon or against them, paying particular
attention to cords and plugs, convenience
receptacle, and the point where they exit
from the product.
15.10 Accessories - Only use attachments/
accessories specified by the manufacturer.
DO NOT place this product on an unstable
cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table. The
product may fall, causing serious injury
to a child or adult and serious damage to
the product. Use ONLY with a cart, stand,
tripod, bracket or table recommended by
the manufacturer or sold with the product.
Any mounting of the product should follow
the manufacturer’s instructions.
15.11 Unplug this appliance during lightning
storms or when not used for long periods
of time.
15.12 Servicing - DO NOT attempt to
service this product yourself as opening
or removing covers (except battery doors)
may expose you to dangerous voltage or
other hazards.
15.13 R e p l a c e m e n t p a r t s - W h e n
replacement parts are required, be sure
the replacement parts specified by the
manufacturer have the same characteristic
a s th e o rigin a l p a r t . U n a uth o rize d
substitution may result in fire, electric
shock or other hazards.
15.14 Usage - This baby monitor is
intended as an aid. It is NOT a substitute for
responsible and proper adult supervision
and should not be used as such. Use this
appliance ONLY for its intended use as
described in this manual.
15.15 Power Sources - O perate this
product only from the type of power
source indicated on the type plate of the
adaptor.
If you are unsure of the type of
power supply to your home, consult your
dealer or local power company.
15.16 Overloading - DO NOT overload
wall outlets, extension cords or integral
convenience receptacles as this can result
in a risk of fire or electric shock.
15.17 Object and Liquid Entry - NEVER
push objects of any kind into this product
through casing slots as they may touch
dangerous voltage points or short out
parts that could result in a risk of fire or
electric shock. NEVER spill liquid of any
kind on the product.
15.18 Antenna - The antenna used for this
transmitter must be installed to provide a
separation distance of at least 20 cm from
all persons and must not be collocated or
operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
15.19 Power Lines - An outside antenna
system should NOT be located in the
vicinity of overhead power lines or other
electric light or power circuit, or where it
can fall into such power lines or circuits as
contact with them may be fatal.
15.20 WARNING Strangulation Hazard
— Children have been STRANGLED in
cords. Keep adapter cords out of the
r e a c h o f c h i l d r e n
(more than 1 m away)
NEVER use Sensor Pad
without the protective
cord covering. Check
p r o t e c t i v e c o r d
covering before each
u s e . I m m e d i a t e l y
discontinue use of Sensor Pad if protective
covering is damaged or broken.
15.21 Interference - This monitor uses public
airwaves to transmit signals. The Parent
Unit may pick up signals or interference
from other nursery monitors in your area.
Your monitor may even be picked up by
other households. To protect your privacy,
make sure both units are turned OFF when
not in use. If you experience interference,
change the channel on both units.
15.22 Vibration Source - When the monitor
is in use, DO NOT use a crib mobile or
other crib accessories that may produce
vibrations. Other sources of vibrations
may include fans, washing machines, loud
music, etc. These sources of vibration may
interfere with the performance of your
Angelcare
® monitor and the alarm will
not sound if it continues to detect any
movement other than your baby’s. Be sure
all vibration sources are eliminated before
using the monitor.
You may experience false alarms for several
reasons. The most common reason is the
Nursery Unit has not been turned OFF after
you have removed your baby from the crib.
Another reason is the Sensor Pad has not
been placed under the mattress properly.
Be sure the Sensor Pad is on a flat, firm
surface with the printed side facing up.
The sensitivity level may also need to be
adjusted. Refer to step 5.3. Always be sure
to immediately check on baby whenever
an alarm sounds.
15.23 Sensor Pad - If the crib has a
spring or slat base, place a hard board
between the crib base and the Sensor Pad
measuring at least 33 x 33 cm and 6 mm
thick. Only use your Angelcare
® monitor in
a stationary sleeping environment such as
a crib where the Sensor Pad can rest on a
completely flat, firm surface.
16. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
RELATED TO USE OF BATTERIES
16.1 Use ONLY the type and size of
batteries specified in the owner’s manual.
There is a risk of explosion if batteries are
replaced with an incorrect type.
16.2 U s e O N LY A A A r e c h a r g e a b l e
batteries and/or the AC Adapters provided
for the Parent Unit. You must use only
rechargeable batteries in the Parent Unit.
DO NOT use alkaline batteries or you will
severely damage the unit.
16.3 Charge the batteries for 15 hours prior
to first use. Be sure to have the monitor in
the OFF position during this period. ONLY
use the AC Adapters included with your
monitor.
16.4 DO NOT use these adapters with any
other equipments.
16.5 When unplugging the AC Adapter
from the Nursery Unit, be sure it is switched
to the OFF position. If it isn’t, the unit
will revert to battery mode if batteries
are installed.
16.6 DO NOT use rechargeable batteries
in the Nursery Unit. Use alkaline batteries
ONLY.
16.7 DO NOT dispose batteries in fire. They
may explode. Check with local regulations
for possible special disposal instructions.
16.8 Exercise care in handling batteries
in order not to short out the batteries
with conducting materials such as rings,
bracelets and keys. Overcharging, short
circuiting, reverse charging, mutilation, or
incineration of batteries must be avoided
to prevent one or more of the following
occurrences: release of toxic materials,
release of hydrogen and/or oxygen gas,
rise in surface temperature.
16.9 DO NOT attempt to recharge batteries
provided with or identified for use with
this product that are not intended to be
charged. The batteries may leak corrosive
electrolyte or explode.
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