Panasonic SC-HC3 Operating Guide

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RQTX0261
THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN 
MODERATE CLIMATES.
Caution for AC Mains Lead
For your safety, please read the following text carefully.
This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains 
plug for your safety and convenience.
A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that 
the replacement fuse has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is  
approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark   or the BSI mark   on the 
body of the fuse.
If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must 
ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced.
If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a 
replacement cover is obtained.
A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your 
local dealer.
CAUTION!
IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE 
FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN 
THE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG 
CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY.
THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL 
SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO 
ANY 13-AMPERE SOCKET.
If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring code 
as stated below.
If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician.
IMPORTANT
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance 
with the following code:
Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live.
As these colours 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 or Blue.
The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to 
the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured 
Brown or Red.
WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO 
THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH 
THE LETTER E, BY THE EARTH SYMBOL   OR 
COLOURED GREEN OR GREEN/YELLOW.
THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF–KEEP DRY.
Before use
Remove the connector cover.
How to replace the fuse
The location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC 
mains plug (figures A and B). Confirm the AC mains plug 
fitted and follow the instructions below. Illustrations may 
differ from actual AC mains plug.
1. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.
Figure A
Figure B
2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.
Figure A
Figure B
Fuse cover
 Sales and Support Information
Customer Care Centre
For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3852
For customers within the Republic of Ireland:  
01 289 8333
Visit our website for product information
E-mail: customer.care@panasonic.co.uk
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For customers: 0844 844 3856
Order accessory and consumable items for your product 
with ease and confidence by phoning our Customer Care 
Centre  
Monday-Thursday 9:00am-5:30pm,  
Friday 9:30am-5:30pm  
(Excluding public holidays)
Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering 
application at www.panasonic.co.uk.
Most major credit and debit cards accepted.
All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are 
provided directly by Panasonic UK Ltd.
It couldn’t be simpler!
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