3A Consumer Guide to Product SafetyWhen used in the directed manner, this unit has been designed and manufactured to ensure your personalsafety. However, improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. Please read all safety andoperating instructions carefully before installation and use, and keep these instructions handy for future reference.Take special note of all warnings listed in these instructions and on the unit.1. Water and Moisture – The unit should not be used near water. For example: near a bathtub, washbowl,kitchen sink, laundry tub, swimming pool or in a wet basement.2. Ventilation – The unit should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with its properventilation. For example, it should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug or similar surface that may blockventilation openings. Also, it should not be placed in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet,that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings.3. Heat – The unit should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or otherappliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.4. Power Sources – The unit should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in theoperating instructions or as marked on the appliance.5. Power-Cord Protection – Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walkedon or pinched by items placed upon or against them. It is always best to have a clear area from where thecord exits the unit to where it is plugged into an AC outlet.6. Cleaning – The unit should be cleaned only as recommended. See the Maintenance section of this manualfor cleaning instructions.