Information for your safety and comfort
Safety instructions
Read these instructions carefully. Keep this document for future reference. Follow all warnings and
instructions marked on the product.
Turning the product off before cleaning
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
CAUTION for plug as disconnecting device
Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit:
Install the power supply unit before connecting the power cord to the AC power outlet.
Unplug the power cord before removing the power supply unit from the computer.
If the system has multiple sources of power, disconnect power from the system by unplugging all power
cords from the power supplies.
CAUTION for accessibility
Be sure that the power outlet you plug the power cord into is easily accessible and located as close to
the equipment operator as possible. When you need to disconnect power to the equipment, be sure to
unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet.
Warnings
• Do not use this product near water.
• Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. If the product falls, it could be
seriously damaged.
• Slots and openings are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product and to
protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should
never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. This product
should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register, or in a built-in installation unless
proper ventilation is provided.
• Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots 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 onto or into the product.
• To avoid damage of internal components and to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product
on a vibrating surface.
• Never use it under sporting, exercising, or any vibrating environment which will probably cause
unexpected short current or damage rotor devices, HDD, Optical drive, and even exposure risk
from lithium battery pack.
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Safe listening
Follow these instructions, suggested by hearing experts,to protect your hearing.
• Gradually increase the volume until you can hear it clearly and comfortably and without distortion.
• After setting the volume level, do not increase it afteryour ears adjust.
• Limit the amount of time listening to music at high volume.
• Avoid turning up the volume to block out noisy surroundings.
• Turn the volume down if you can’t hear people speaking near you.
Using electrical power
• This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the marking label. If you are
not sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or local power company.
• Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where people will walk
on the cord.
• If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total ampere rating of the
equipment plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating.
Also, make sure that the total rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the
fuse rating.
• Do not overload a power outlet, strip or receptacle by plugging in too many devices. The overall
system load must not exceed 80% of the branch circuit rating. If power strips are used, the load
should not exceed 80% of the power strip's input rating.
• This product's power supply is equipped with a three-wire grounded plug. The plug only fits in a
grounded power outlet. Make sure the power outlet is properly grounded before inserting the
power supply plug. Do not insert the plug into a non-grounded power outlet. Contact your
electrician for details.
Warning! The grounding pin is a safety feature. Using a power outlet that is not
properly grounded may result in electric shock and/or injury.
Note: The grounding pin also provides good protection from unexpected noise produced
by other nearby electrical devices that may interfere with the performance of this product.
• Use the product only with the supplied power supply cord set. If you need to replace the power
cord set, make sure that the new power cord meets the following requirements: detachable type,
UL listed/CSA certified, VDE approved or its equivalent, 4.5 meters (15 feet) maximum length.
Product servicing
Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when:
• The power cord or plug is damaged, cut or frayed.
• Liquid was spilled into the product.
• The product was exposed to rain or water.
• The product has been dropped or the case has been damaged.
• The product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service.
• The product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions.
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Note: Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, since
improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require
extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal condition.
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the
same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries
according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Additional safety information
Your device and its enhancements may contain small parts. Keep them out of the reach of small children.
Disposal instructions
Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding.
To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the global environment, please
recycle. For more information on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics Equipment
(WEEE) regulations, visit www.acer-group.com/public/Sustainability/index.htm
ENERGY STAR
Acer's ENERGY STAR qualified products save your money by reducing energy cost
and protecting the environment without sacrificing features or performance. Acer is
proud to offer our customers products with the ENERGY STAR mark.
What is ENERGY STAR?
Products that are ENERGY STAR qualified use less energy and prevent greenhouse
Environmental Protection Agency. Acer is committed to offer products and services worldwide that help
customers save money, conserve energy and improve the quality of our environment. The more energy
we can save through higher energy efficiency, the more we reduce greenhouse gases and the risks of
climate change. More information refers to http://www.energystar.gov
gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the U.S.
.
Note: The statement above is applicable only to Acer system with an ENERGY STAR
sticker.
Acer ENERGY STAR qualified products:
• Produce less heat and reduce cooling loads, and warmer climates.
• The display is configured to go into sleep mode after less than 10 minutes of user inactivity.
The computer is configured to go into sleep mode after less than 30 minutes of user inactivity.
• Wake the computer from sleep mode by pushing keyboard or moving mouse.
• Computers will save more than 80% energy at "sleep" mode.
ENERGY STAR and the ENERGY STAR mark are registered U.S. marks
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