DS-40 User’s Guide Safety Instructions ❏ Keep batteries out of the reach of children; they are choking hazards and are very dangerous if swallowed. When disposing of the battery ! Warning: ❏ Be sure to completely cover the ends of the battery with tape to prevent combustion or explosion when disposing of it. ❏ Do not dispose of the battery as ordinary refuse. Instead, dispose of it in a collection or recycle box in accordance with local laws. When using the optional AC adapter ❏ Place the product close enough to the computer for the interface cable to reach it easily.
Do not place or store the product or the AC adapter outdoors, near excessive dirt or dust, water, heat sources, or in locations subject to shocks, vibrations, high temperature or humidity, direct sunlight, strong light sources, or rapid changes in temperature or humidity. ❏ Do not use with wet hands. ❏ Place the product near an electrical outlet where the adapter can be easily unplugged. ❏ The AC adapter cord should be placed to avoid abrasions, cuts, fraying, crimping, and kinking. Do not place objects on top of the cord and do not allow the AC adapter or the cord to be stepped on or run over. Be particularly careful to keep the cord straight at the end.
❏ Use only the AC adapter model "SYS1319-1005". Using any other adapter could cause fire, electrical shock, or injury. ❏ The AC adapter model "SYS1319-1005" is designed for use with the product. Do not attempt to use it with other electronic devices unless specified. ❏ Use only the type of power source indicated on the AC adapter’s label, and always supply power directly from a standard domestic electrical outlet with the AC adapter that meets the relevant local safety standards. ❏ Avoid using outlets on the same circuit as photocopiers or air control systems that regularly switch on and off.
❏ If you use an extension cord with the product, make sure the total ampere rating of the devices plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the cord’s ampere rating. Also, make sure the total ampere rating of all devices plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the wall outlet’s ampere rating. ❏ If damage occurs to the plug, replace the cord set or consult a qualified electrician. If there are fuses in the plug, make sure you replace them with fuses of the correct size and rating. ❏ Unplug the product and the AC adapter, and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
The AC adapter or plug is damaged; liquid has entered the product or the AC adapter; the product or the AC adapter has been dropped or the case has been damaged; the product or the AC adapter does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in performance. (Do not adjust controls that are not covered by the operating instructions.) ❏ Unplug the product and the AC adapter before cleaning. Clean with a damp cloth only. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. 10