2. Heat —Situate the unit away from heat sources, such as radiators.
Do not situate where temperatures fall below 5
F) or rise above
Maintenance
(See below for details.)
Unplug the unit from the household AC outlet before cleaning.
Clean with a damp cloth.
Do not use abrasive pads, scouring powders, or solvents.
1. Damage requiring service —The unit should be serviced by qualified
(a) The AC power supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or
(b) Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit; or
(c) The unit has been exposed to rain; or
(d) The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change in
performance; or
(e) The unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.
2. Servicing —Do not attempt to service the unit beyond that described in
these operating instructions. Refer all other servicing to authorized ser-
vicing personnel.
3. Replacement parts —When parts need replacing ensure the servicer
uses parts specified by the manufacturer or parts that have the same
characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutes may result
in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
4. Safety check —After repairs or service, ask the servicer to perform
safety checks to confirm that the unit is in proper working condition.
The illustrations show RC-7200.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these
instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
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Matsushita Electric Corporation of America
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http://www.panasonic.com
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Printed in China
FM-AM Clock Radio
Operating Instructions
Model No. RC-7200
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within
an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user
to the presence of uninsulated “ dangerous voltage ”
within the product ’ s enclosure that may be of suffi-
cient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock
to persons.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle
is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying the ap-
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
≥ The following mark and symbols are located on the bottom of the unit.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC
SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT EX-
POSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE,
DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OB-
JECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES,
SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.
Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow
the safety instructions on the unit and the safety precautions listed below.
Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference.
1. Power source — Connect the unit to a power source of the type de-
scribed in these instructions or as marked on the unit.
2. Polarization — The unit is equipped with a polarized power plug where
one blade is wider than the other. This safety feature ensures that the
plug fi ts into your household AC outlet only one way. If the plug doesn ’ t
fi t one way, try reversing it. If the plug still doesn ’ t fi t, contact an electri-
cian to replace the obsolete outlet. Do not attempt to defeat the safety
purpose of the plug.
3. Power cord protection — Route the AC power supply cord so that it
will not be walked on or pinched by items placed on or against it. Never
take hold of the plug or cord with wet hands. Always grasp the plug
body fi rmly when connecting and disconnecting it.
4. Overloading — When connecting the AC power supply cord, be careful
not to overload the household AC outlet, extension cord, or outlet from any
other device as this can result in fi re or electric shock.
5. Nonuse periods — Turn the unit off when it is not in use. Unplug the
unit from the household AC outlet if it is not to be used for a long time.
Unplug the unit during lightning storms.
6. Attachments and accessories — Use only the attachments and ac-
cessories recommended in these operating instructions.
Installation
1. Ventilation — Situate the unit so that it receives proper ventilation. Do not
install in a con fi ned space such as a bookcase or cabinet. Allow at least 10
cm (4 inches) clearance from the rear of the unit. To prevent the risk of
electric shock or fi re due to overheating ensure curtains and other materi-
als do not obstruct the unit ’ s ventilation.
2. Foreign material — Ensure objects and liquids do not get into the unit.
Avoid exposing the unit to excessive smoke, dust, mechanical vibra-
tion, and shock.
3. Magnetism — Situate the unit away from equipment and devices that
generate strong magnetic fi elds.
4. Stacking — Do not place heavy objects on top of this unit.
5. Surface — Place the unit on a fl at, level surface.
6. Carts and stands — Use the unit only with carts and
stands recommended by the manufacturer. Move
carts with care. Sudden stops, excessive force, and
uneven surfaces can cause carts to overturn.
7. Wall and ceiling mounting — Do not mount the unit on walls or ceil-
ings unless speci fi ed in the instructions.
To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, damp cloth.
≥ Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit.
≥ Before using a chemically treated cloth, read the instructions that came
with the cloth carefully.