The serial number of this product may be found on therear of the unit.You should note the serial number of this unit in thespace provided and retain this book as a permanentrecord of your purchase to aid identification in the eventof theft.Model No.Serial No.THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED.To ensure safe operation the three-pin plug supplied must be insert-ed only into a standard three-pin power point which is effectivelyearthed through the normal household wiring. Extension cords usedwith the equipment must be three-core and be correctly wired to pro-vide connection to earth. Wrongly wired extension cords are a majorcause of fatalities.The fact that the equipment operates satisfactorily does not implythat the power point is earthed and that the installation is completelysafe. For your safety, if in any doubt about the effective earthing ofthe power point, consult a qualified electrician.The lightning flash with arrowhead sym-bol, within an equilateral triangle, isinterned to alert the user to the presenceof uninsulated "dangerous voltage" withinthe product's enclosure that may be ofsufficient magnitude to constitute a risk ofelectric shock to persons.The exclamation point within an equilat-eral triangle is intended to alert the userto the presence of important operatingand maintenance (servicing) instructionsin the literature accompanying the appli-ance.WARNING:TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOIS TURE.CAUTION:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK), NO USERSERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICEPERSONNEL.CAUTIONRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKDO NOT OPENFor AustraliaFOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CARE-FULLY.This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for yoursafety and convenience.A 13 amp fuse is fitted in this plug.Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacementfuse has a rating of 13 amp and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI toBS1362.Check for the ASTA mark H or the BSI mark G on the body of thefuse.If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure that it isrefitted when the fuse is replaced.If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacementcover is obtained.A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local PanasonicDealer.IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCK-ET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BEREMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY.THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THECUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13 AMP SOCKET.If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring code as shownbelow.If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician.WARNING: This apparatus must be earthed.IMPORTANTThe wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the follow-ing code.Green-and-yellow: EarthBlue: NeutralBrown: LiveAs the colours of the wire in the mains lead of this appliance may notcorrespond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in yourplug, proceed as follows.The wire which is coloured green-and-yellow must be connected tothe terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter E or by the earthsymbol I or coloured green or green-and-yellow.The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal inthe plug which is marked with the letter N or coloured black.The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminalin the plug which is marked with the letter L or coloured red.How to replace the fuseOpen the fuse compartment witha screwdriver and replace the fuseand fuse cover.For U.K.ENGLISH VERSIONCAUTION:Before attempting to connect or operate this prod-uct, please read the label on the bottom.