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PRECAUTIONS

•If the set is not used for a long period of time or is
used only from an AC power source, remove all the
batteries to prevent potential damage due to possible
battery leakage.

•Avoid using or placing this unit near sources of heat. Do
not .leave it in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for
a long time with the doors and windows closed as this may
deform the cabinet.

•Avoid cuts, scratches, or poor connections in the AC
power cord, as they may result in possible fire or electric
shock hazard. Also, excessive bending, pulling or splicing
of the cord should be avoided.

CASSÉTTE TAPES

Use only good-quality tapes up to the length of C-90. Do not
use C-120 tapes with this unit because these tapes can
easily became broken or stretched it not used with extreme
care and may get tangled with the Capstan and Pressure
roller.

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If the tape loosens, take up the
slack by turning the reel in the
proper directions.

•Do not unplug the AC power cord by pulling on the cord.
To do so may cause premature failure or shock hazard.

•Do not operate the set on AC power in a bathroom, as a
potential shock hazard may result.

•When not in use, disconnect the AC power cord from the
AC power outlet.

Max. 40“C

Notes:

•Use normal type of cassette tapes only, if other
tapes are used, you may not obtain optimum
performance.

•Cassettes, both recorded and unrecorded, should
not be stored in locations with high temperature,
high humidity or direct sunlight Never place a
recorded cassette near a magnetic source, such as
a magnet or a TV set as this may affect tape
performance.

Do not handle, or pull the tape
out of the cassette.

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POWEBSOURCE

■ Battery Operation

1. Open the Battery Compartment cover as shown in the
figure.

2. Insert 6 UM*1 size (Panasonic R20/LR20 or equivalent)
batteries into the Battery Compartment, making sure that
the proper polarities are maintained, and that the
batteries are installed in the specified numerical order.

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3. Replace the compartment cover.

Notes;

•Batteries installed with incorrect polarities may leak
and damage this unit

•Do not mix batteries (old and new) or types (carbon
and alkaline).

•Battery life

When the batteries are weak, the tape speed will slow down,
the sound will become distorted, and the volume will
decrease.

•Battery removal

Remove as shown in the figure below.

Upper Shelf

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Lower Shelf

To Prevent Possible Damage to This Unit

•Load new batteries with their polarities (@ and ©)
aligned correctly.

•Do not apply heat to batteries, or internal short­circuit may occur.

•If this unit is not to be used for a long period of time,
or used on AC power source, remove all batteries
and store them in a cool and dry place.

•Remove spent batteries immediately and dispose

of them.

•Do not use old and new batteries together. Also

never use an alkaline battery with a manganese
battery.

if the set is not used for a long period of time or is
used only from an AC power source, remove all the
batteries to prevent potential damage due to possible
battery leakage.

■ AC Power Operation

Connect the included AC power cord to the AC Socket in the
unit and your household AC power outlet.

AC power cord

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AC power outlet
AC 240 V

Note:

To operate on battery power, unplug the AC power
cord from the household AC power outlet and the AC

Socket on the unit.

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