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Precautions!
Before you read anything else, please observe the following:
Warning!
Uniden America Corporation DOES NOT represent
this unit to be waterproof. To reduce the risk of fire,
electrical shock, or damage to the unit, DO NOT
expose this unit to rain or moisture.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTION
When using your product, these basic safety precautions should
always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, and
injury to persons:
1. Read and understand all instructions.
2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
3. Do not use this product near water; for example, near a
bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet
basement, or near a swimming pool.
4. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table.
The product may fall, causing serious damage to the unit.
5. Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are
provided for ventilation. To protect the product from
overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered.
This product should never be placed near or over a radiator
or heat register. This product should not be placed in a
built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.
6. If this product includes a cable, do not allow anything to rest
on it and do not locate this product where the cable will be
damaged by persons walking on it.
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7. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords, as this can
result in the risk of fire or electrical shock.
8. 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 risk of fire or electric
shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
9. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this
product. Take it to qualified service personnel when
service or repair work is required. Opening or removing
covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks.
Incorrect reassembly can cause electric shock when the
appliance is subsequently used.
10. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to
qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
A. If liquid has been spilled into the product.
B. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
C. If the product does not operate normally when following
the operating instructions. (Adjust only those controls
that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and
will often require extensive repair work by a qualified
technician.)
D. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been
damaged.
E. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
IMPORTANT ELECTRICAL CONSIDERATIONS
Unplug all electrical appliances when you know an electrical
storm is approaching. Lightning can pass through your