- 7 -For the AC mains plug of three pins∫ Caution for AC mains leadFor your safety, please read the following text carefully.This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pinmains plug for your safety and convenience. A 5-amperefuse is fitted in this plug.Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure thatthe replacement fuse has a rating of 5-ampere and that itis approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.Check for the ASTA mark Ï or the BSI mark Ì on thebody of the fuse.If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you mustensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced.If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used untila replacement cover is obtained.A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from yourlocal dealer.Before useRemove the connector cover.How to replace the fuseThe location of the fuse differ according to the type of ACmains plug (figures A and B).Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and follow theinstructions below.Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug.1. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fusecover.Disposal may be regulated in your community due toenvironmental considerations. For disposal or recyclinginformation, please visit Panasonic website: http://www.panasonic.com/environmental or call 1-888-769-0149.∫ Disposal of Old Equipment andBatteriesOnly for European Union andcountries with recycling systemsThese symbols on the products,packaging, and/or accompanyingdocuments mean that usedelectrical and electronic productsand batteries must not be mixedwith general household waste.For proper treatment, recoveryand recycling of old products andused batteries, please take themto applicable collection points in accordance withyour national legislation.By disposing of them correctly, you will help tosave valuable resources and prevent anypotential negative effects on human health andthe environment.For more information about collection andrecycling, please contact your local municipality,dealer or supplier.Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposalof this waste, in accordance with nationallegislation.Note for the battery symbol(bottom symbol):This symbol might be used incombination with a chemicalsymbol. In this case it complieswith the requirement set by theDirective for the chemical involved.