Important safety instructionsiv23 SERVICING:Do not attempt to service this CAMCORDER yourself. Openingor removing the covers may expose you to dangerous voltage orother hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.24 DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE:Unplug this CAMCORDER from the wall outlet and refer servicingto qualified service personnel under the following conditions:a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.b. If any liquid has been spilled onto or objects have fallen intothe CAMCORDER.c. If the CAMCORDER has been exposed to rain or water.d. If the CAMCORDER does not operate normally when youfollow the operating instructions. Do not continue to adjustthe controls. Improper adjustment of the controls may resultin severe damage. If this occurs, it will often require extensivework by a qualified technician to restore the CAMCORDERto its normal operation.e. If the CAMCORDER has been dropped or the case has beendamaged.f. When the CAMCORDER exhibits a distinct change inperformance.25 REPLACEMENT PARTS:When replacement parts are required, be sure the servicetechnician has used replacement parts specified by themanufacturer that have the same characteristics as the originalpart. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shockor other hazards.26 SAFETY CHECK:After the CAMCORDER has been serviced or repaired, askthe service technician to perform safety checks on the unit toconfirm that the CAMCORDER is in safe operating order.27 To prevent damage which may result in a fire or shock hazard,do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.28 Before using the power supply with a 240V AC wall outlet,attach a plug adaptor that matches the design of local walloutlets to the power supply’s plug.