-19-JAPANESE ENGLISH GERMAN FRENCH ITALIAN SPANISH・ Be sure to set the volume to the minimum level before turning on the power supply for connected equipmentand before switching the input source. Sudden high levels of output can cause damage to the connectedspeaker system.・ Even pleasant music can be a disturbance at times. To avoid disturbance in your neighborhood, enjoy yourunit at an appropriate volume. Remember that at night, even low volume carries into surrounding areas. Helpto maintain a pleasant living environment.・ Always be sure to turn off the power supply for the connected equipment before connecting the speaker.・ Be careful not to tip over the stand.・ Clean the unit by wiping it gently with a soft cloth moistened with neutral detergent. Do not use liquid solventssuch as alcohol or thinner to clean this product.Caution・ The unit should be placed on a hard, flat surface. Placing the unit on an unstable surface may cause it to fallover and cause injury.・ Do not climb on or swing from the unit. In particular, care should be exercised when children are present. Theunit may fall or break and cause injury.Warning・ Do not open the unit as this may cause electric shock or injury. For repair or maintenance, please contacta Customer Service Center. Do not attempt to modify the unit. This may cause fire or electric shock, andinvalidate the warranty.・ Do not place the unit in the bathroom or anywhere exposed to rain. Do not use the unit in places with highhumidity. This may cause fire or electric shock. Be particularly careful when using the unit in rainy weather ornear water. Do not place above or near the unit, any flower vases, plant pots, cups, makeup, medicine or anyvessel containing liquid or any small metal objects. In case any liquid or small metal objects enter the unit, fireor electric shock may result.Checklist before useChecklist before useWarning The information following this sign indicate situations where failure to follow theinstructions may result in death or severe injury.CautionThe instructions which follow this sign indicate situations where failure to followthe instructions could cause injury when using the product or physical damage toequipment and surroundings.Tip This section contains information that can help to prevent problems and damage to theunit, and other useful information.The following WARNING and CAUTION signs are used throughout this owner’s manual as well as on the product.These signs alert the installer and users of important safety information to avoid risk of injury and damages to theproduct. Make sure that you familiarise yourself with these symbols and their meaning.Safety guidelinesSafety guidelines