Yamaha RX-497 Stereo Receiver User Manual


 
RX-497/RX-397
Read the following instructions instead of "IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" (1 to 14
on page i) on the OWNER'S MANUAL.
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Read Iustructions All the safety and operating instructions
shuuld be read before the product is operated.
Retain Instructions The safety and operating instructions
should be retained for l_lture reference.
Heed Warnings All warnings on the product and in the
operating instructions shoukl be adhered to.
Follow Instructions All operating and use instructions
should be fullowed.
Cleaniug Unplug this product l)'om the wall outlet belore
cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners ur aerusol cleaners.
Attachments Do nut use attachments not recommended by
the product mauulacturer as they may cause hazards.
Water and Moisture Do not use this product near water for
example, near a bath tub. wash bowl. kitchen sink. or laundry
tub: in a wet basement: or near a swimming pool: and the like.
Accessories Du not place this product on an unstable cart.
stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall.
causing serious i_iury 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 pruduct. Any mounfing of the product should
lolh)w the manufacturer's instructions, and should use a
mountiug accessory recommended by the
manulhcmrelt
A product and cart combination should be
moved with care. Quick stops, excessive
force, and uneven surfaces may cause the
product an0 cart combiliation to uvertum.
Ventilation Slots and openings in the cabinet are
provided fur ventilation and tu ensure reliable operation of
the product and tu prutect it from overheating, and these
openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings
should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed.
sofa. rug, or other similar surface. This product should not
be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack
unless proper ventilation is provided or the mauulhcmrer's
instructions have been adhered to.
Power Sources This product should be operated only l?om
the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If
you are nut sure of the type of power supply to your home.
consult your product dealer or local power company. For
products intended to uperate lrom battery power, or other
sources, refer to the operating instructions.
Grounding or Polarization This product may be equipped
with a polarized altemafing current line plug (a plug having
one blade wider than the other). This plug will lit into the
power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you
are unable to insert the phlg fully intu the uutlet, try
reversing the plug. If the plug should still lhil to fit. contact
your electrician tu replace your obsolete outlet. Du not
defeat the sali:ty purpose of the polarized plug.
13 Power-Cord Protection Power-supply cords should be
routed so that they are not likely tu be walked on or pinched
by items placed upon or against them, paying particular
attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
point where they exit l?om the product.
14 Lightning For added protection lot this product during a
lightuing storm, or when it is lell unattended and unused for
long periods uf time. unplug it lmm the wall outlet and
discummct the auteuna or cable system. This will prevent
damage tu the product due tu lightning and power-line
surges.
15 Power Lines An outside antemm system should not be
h)cated in the vicinity uf overhead power lines or other
electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such
puwer lines ur circuits. When installing an uutside antemm
system, extreme care should be taken to keep l?om touching
such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be
fatal
16 Overloading Do nut overload wall outlets, extension
cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result
in a risk of fire or electric shuck.
17 Ohject and Liquid Entry Never push ol_]ects of any kind
into this product through openings as they may touch
dangerous voltage points ur short-out parts that cuuld result
in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on
the product.
18 Servicing Du not attempt to service this product yourself
as opening or removiug covers may expose you tu
dangerous voltage or uther hazards. Reler all servicing to
qualified service personneh
19 Damage Requiring Service Unphlg this product from the
wall outlet and reli:r servicing to qualified service personnel
under the following condifions:
a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged,
b) If liquid has been spilled, or ohjects have fallen into the
product.
c) If the product has been exposed tu rain or water.
d) If the product does not operate normally by lollowing
the operating instructions. Acliust only those controls
that are covered by the operating instructions as an
improper a{ljustmeut of other controls may result in
damage and will often require extensive work by a
qualified technician to restore the product to its normal
operation,
e) If the pruducthas been dropped ordamaged in any
way, and
l) When the product exhibits a distinct change in perfor-
mance - this indicates a need lot service.