Arcam A18 User Manual

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safety

guidelines

important safety instructions

This product is designed and manufactured to meet

strict quality and safety standards. However, you should

be aware of the following installation and operation

precautions.
1. Take heed of warnings and instructions
You should read all the safety and operating instructions

before operating this equipment. Retain this handbook

for future reference and adhere to all warnings in the

handbook or on the equipment.
2. Water and moisture
The presence of electricity near water can be dangerous.

To prevent water dripping or splashing into the

equipment, do not use near water – for example near a

bathtub, kitchen sink or swimming pool, etc.
3. Object or liquid entry
Take care that objects do not fall and liquids are not

spilled into the enclosure through any openings. Liquid-

filled objects such as vases should not be placed on the

equipment.
4. Placing the equipment
Only use a rack or shelf that is stable and strong enough

to support the weight of this equipment.

5. Ventilation
Do not block any ventilation openings in the equipment.

Do not place the equipment on a bed, sofa, rug or

similar soft surface, or in an enclosed bookcase or

cabinet, since ventilation may be impeded.
5. Heat
Locate the equipment away from naked flames or heat-

producing appliances such as radiators, stoves or other

appliances that produce heat.
6. Climate
The equipment has been designed for use in moderate

climates and in domestic situations.
8. Cleaning
Unplug the unit from the mains supply before cleaning.
The case should normally only require a wipe with a dry,

soft, lint-free cloth. Do not use chemical solvents for

cleaning.
We do not advise the use of furniture cleaning sprays or

polishes as they can cause permanent white marks.
9. Power sources
Only connect the equipment to a power supply of

the type described in the operating instructions or as

marked on the equipment.

The primary method of isolating the equipment from

the mains supply is to remove the mains plug. The

equipment must be installed in a manner that makes

disconnection possible.
10. 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. Pay particular attention to the point

where they exit from the equipment.
11. Non-use periods
We recommend that the power cord of the equipment is

unplugged from the power outlet during lighting storms

or if the equipment is not being used for an extended

period of time
12. Abnormal smell
If an abnormal smell or smoke is detected from the

equipment, turn the power off immediately and unplug

the equipment from the wall outlet. Contact your dealer

and do not reconnect the equipment.
13. Servicing
You should not attempt to service the equipment.

Contact your dealer to arrange servicing.
14. Batteries
Batteries should not be exposed to excessive heat

(heating systems, sunshine, etc.) or incinerated.

15. Damage requiring service
The equipment 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

equipment, or

C. the equipment has been exposed to rain or

moisture, or

D. the equipment does not appear to operate normally

or exhibits a marked change in performance, or

E. the equipment has been dropped or the enclosure

damaged.

Safety compliance

This equipment has been designed to meet the IEC/EN

60065 international electrical safety standard.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and

(2) this device must accept any interference received,

including interference that may cause undesired

operation.

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CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified

service personnel.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

The lightning flash with an arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of

uninsulated ‘dangerous voltage’ within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric

shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and

maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.

CAUTION: In Canada and the USA, to prevent electric shock, match the wide blade of the plug to the wide slot in the socket and insert the

plug fully into the socket.

class ii product

This equipment is a Class II or double

insulated electrical appliance. It has been

designed in such a way that it does not

require a safety connection to electrical earth

(‘ground’ in the U.S.).

Warning

Mains plug/appliance coupler is used to disconnect

device and it shall remain readily operable.