2indicates safety information.■ THIS EQUIPMENT MUST BE GROUNDEDTo ensure safe operation, the three-pin plug mustbe inserted only into a standard three-pin poweroutlet which is effectively grounded through normalhousehold wiring. Extension cords used with theequipment must have three cores and be correctlywired to provide connection to the ground.Wrongly wired extension cords are a major causeof fatalities. The fact that the equipment operatessatisfactorily does not imply that the power outlet isgrounded or that the installation is completely safe.For your safety, if you are in any doubt about theeffective grounding of the power outlet, pleaseconsult a qualified electrician.CAUTION:THE AC RECEPTACLE (MAINS SOCKETOUTLET) SHALL BE INSTALLED NEAR THEEQUIPMENT AND SHALL BE EASILYACCESSIBLE. TO COMPLETELY DISCONNECTTHIS EQUIPMENT FROM THE AC MAINS,DISCONNECT THE POWER CORD PLUGFROM THE AC RECEPTACLE.WARNING:• TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCKHAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THISEQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.• TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCKHAZARD, KEEP THIS EQUIPMENT AWAYFROM ALL LIQUIDS. USE AND STORE ONLYIN LOCATIONS WHICH ARE NOT EXPOSEDTO THE RISK OF DRIPPING OR SPLASHINGLIQUIDS, AND DO NOT PLACE ANY LIQUIDCONTAINERS ON TOP OF THE EQUIPMENT.CAUTION:In order to maintain adequate ventilation, donot install or place this unit in a bookcase,built-in cabinet or any other confined space. Toprevent risk of electric shock or fire hazard dueto overheating, ensure that curtains and anyother materials do not obstruct the ventilation.CAUTION:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCKHAZARD AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE,USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIESONLY.CAUTION:This apparatus can be operated at a voltage in therange of 100 - 240 V AC. Voltages other than 120V are not intended for U.S.A. and Canada.CAUTION:Operation at a voltage other than 120 V AC mayrequire the use of a different AC plug. Please contacteither a local or foreign Panasonic authorized servicecenter for assistance in selecting an alternate AC plug.Notice (U.S.A. only):This product has a fluorescent lamp thatcontains a small amount of mercury. It alsocontains lead in some components. Disposal ofthese materials may be regulated in yourcommunity due to environmental considerations.For disposal or recycling information pleasecontact your local authorities, or the ElectronicsIndustries Alliance:CAUTION:• Keep the temperature inside the rack tobetween 41°F to 95°F (5°C to 35°C).• Bolt the rack securely to the floor so that itwill not topple over.Read this first ! (for BT-LH1760P/1710P)