OPTIMUS MODEL 111/MODEL 614-Head VHS HQ Hi-Fi VCR 
(160-0548/0631)            Safety                     Faxback Doc. # 34664

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1.  Read instructions    - All the safety and operating instructions should 
                           be read before the appliance is operated.

2.  Retain instructions  - The safety and operating instructions should be 
                           retained for future reference.

3.  Heed Warnings        - All warnings on the appliance and in the opera-
                           ting instructions should be adhered to.

4.  Follow instructions  - All operating and use instructions should be 
                           followed.

5.  Cleaning             - Unplug the VCR from the wall outlet before 
                           cleaning it.  Do not use liquid cleaners or 
                           aerosol cleaners.  Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

6.  Attachments          - Do not use attachments not recommended by the VCR 
                           manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

7.  Water and Moisture   - Do not use this VCR near water-for example, near 
                           a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry 
                           tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool.

8.  Accessories          - Do not place this VCR on an unstable cart, stand, 
                           tripod, bracket, or table.  The VCR may fall, 
                           causing serious injury to someone and serious 
                           damage to the appliance.  Use only with a cart, 
                           stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by
                           the manufacturer or sold with the VCR.  Any 
                           mounting of the appliance should follow the manu-
                           facturer's instructions and should use a mounting 
                           accessory recommended by the manufacturer.  An
                           appliance and cart combination should be moved 
                           with care.

                           Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces 
                           may cause an appliance and cart combination to 
                           overturn.

9.  Ventilation          - Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or 
                           bottom are provided for ventilation and to en-
                           sure reliable operation of the VCR and to protect 
                           it from overheating.  These openings must not be 
                           blocked or covered.  The openings should never be 
                           blocked by placing the VCR on a bed, sofa, rug, 
                           or other similar surface.

                           This VCR should never be placed near or over a 
                           radiator or heat register.  This VCR should not 
                           be placed in a built-in installation such as a 
                           bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is 
                           provided or the manufacturer's instructions have 
                           been adhered to.

10. Power Sources        - This VCR should be operated only from the type of 
                           power source indicated on the marking label. If 
                           you are not sure of the type of power supplied to 
                           your home, consult your appliance dealer or local
                           power company.  For VCRs intended to operate from 
                           battery power or other sources, refer to the 
                           operating instructions.

11. Grounding and 
            Polarization - This VCR is equipped with a polarized alternating
                           current line plug (a plug having one blade wider 
                           than the other).This plug will fit into the power 
                           outlet only one way.  This is a safety feature.
                           If you are unable to insert the plug fully into 
                           the outlet, try reversing the plug.  If the plug 
                           should still fail to fit contact your electrician 
                           to replace your obsolete outlet.  Do not defeat 
                           the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

12. Power-Cord 
              Protection - Power-supply cords should be routed so they are 
                           not likely to be walked on or pinched by items 
                           placed upon or against them, paying particular 
                           attention to cords at plugs, convenience recep-
                           tacles, and the point where they exit from the
                           appliance.

13. Outdoor Antenna 
               Grounding - If an outside antenna or cable system is connec-
                           ted to the VCR, be sure the antenna or cable 
                           system is grounded so as to provide some pro-
                           tection against voltage surges and built-up 
                           static charges.

                           Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, 
                           ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides information with 
                           respect to proper grounding of the mast and 
                           supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in 
                           wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of 
                           grounding conductors, location of antenna-dis-
                           charge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, 
                           and requirements for the grounding electrode.

14. Lightning            - For added protection for this VCR receiver during 
                           a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended 
                           and unused for long periods of time, unplug it 
                           from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna 
                           or cable system.  This will prevent damage to the 
                           VCR due to lightning and power-line surges.

15. Power Lines          - An outside antenna system should not be located 
                           in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other 
                           electric light or power circuits, or where it can 
                           fall into such power lines or circuits.  When 
                           installing an outside antenna system extreme care 
                           should be taken to keep from touching such power 
                           lines or circuits as contact with them might be 
                           fatal.

16. Overloading          - Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords 
                           as this can result in a risk of fire or electric 
                           shock.

17. Object and Liquid 
                   Entry - Never push objects of any kind into this VCR 
                           through openings as they may touch dangerous 
                           voltage points or short out parts that could 
                           result in a fire or electric shock.  Never spill 
                           liquid of any kind on the VCR.

18. Servicing            - Do not attempt to service this VCR yourself as 
                           opening or removing covers may expose you to 
                           dangerous voltage or other hazards.  Refer all 
                           servicing to qualified service personnel.

19. Damage Requiring 
                 Service - Unplug this VCR from the wall outlet and refer 
                           servicing to qualified service personnel under 
                           the following conditions:

                             When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged 
                             or frayed.

                             If liquid has been spilled or objects have 
                             fallen into the VCR.

                             If the VCR has been exposed to rain or water.

                             If the VCR does not operate normally by 
                             following the operating instructions.  Adjust 
                             only those controls that are covered by the
                             operating instructions, as improper adjustment 
                             of other controls may result in damage and will 
                             often require extensive work by a qualified 
                             technician to restore the VCR to its normal 
                             operation.

                             If the VCR has been dropped or the cabinet has 
                             been damaged.

                             When the VCR exhibits a distinct change in 
                             performance - this indicates a need for service.

20. Replacement parts    - When replacement parts are required, be sure the 
                           service technician has used replacement parts, 
                           specified by the manufacturer, that have the same
                           characteristics as the original part.Unauthorized 
                           substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, 
                           injury to persons or other hazards.

21. Safety Check         - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this 
                           VCR ask the service technician to perform routine 
                           safety checks to determine that the VCR is in 
                           proper operating condition.

22. Heat                 - This VCR product should be situated away from 
                           heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, 
                           stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) 
                           that produce heat.

Note to the cable TV system installer:

This reminder is to call the CATV system installer's attention to Section 
820-40 of the National Electrical Code, which provides guidelines for proper 
grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be 
connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of 
cable entry as practical.

WARNING:  To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this VCR to rain
          or moisture.

(BR/EB 9/16/96)

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