- ii -1. Using the equipmentThis equipment should be used for photographic purposes only. Do not attempt to use it for any otherpurpose.2. Do not disassemble or repair the equipmentThe DS-L1 and DS AC adapter contain high-voltage power supplies. Never attempt to disassemble orrepair the equipment by yourself; doing so may result in electric shock or equipment failure. Neverattempt to disassemble any part of the equipment unless instructed to do so in this manual. If younotice any problems with the equipment, turn off the power and contact your nearest Nikonrepresentative.3. DS AC adapterBe sure to use a dedicated AC adapter. Use of any other AC adapter may result in fire or electric shock.4. Power cordTo prevent electric shock, always turn off the POWER switch on the DS-L1 when plugging in orunplugging the power cord. For the DS-U1, use only the specified power cord. The specifications for thespecified power cord are given below. Using another power cord may lead to fire or other hazardousconditions.Because this equipment falls under the category of electric shock protection class I, always make sureit is grounded to a protective ground terminal. If you misplace or damage the power cord, contact yournearest Nikon representative.• When using the product in 100-120 V AC regions:Use an UL-listed detachable power cord set.3 conductor grounding Type SVT. No.18 AWG, 3m long maximum, rated at 125V AC minimum• When using the product in 220-240 V AC regions:Use only an EU/EN-approved three-conductor power cord set.3 conductor grounding Type H05VV-F, 3m long maximum, rated at 250V AC minimum5. Handling• To prevent malfunctions or overheating due to short circuits, do not allow this equipment or anyother device used with it to become wet. Never insert any foreign objects or materials into theequipment. If the equipment gets wet, or if foreign matter (e.g., a scrap of paper) gets inside theequipment, turn off the DS-L1’s POWER switch and unplug the power cord from the outlet. Thencontact your nearest Nikon representative.• Do not bend or twist the cables with undue force. Doing so may damage the cables and result infire.• Do not place a cloth or paper on the DS-L1 or DS AC adapter. Doing so may cause heat to collectinside the equipment, resulting in fire.
