[. . . ] â· Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if it is not to be used for an extended period of time. The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, ever if the unit itself has been turned off. A moulded plug complying with BS1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience. [. . . ] If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station. â· Avoid placing the unit near electrical appliances (such as a television, hair dryer, or fluorescent lamp) which may cause hum or noise. â· Place the unit where it will not be subject to any vibration, such as from speakers, slamming of doors, etc. â· Keep the unit away from direct sunlight, extremes of temperature, and excessive dust and moisture. â· Use caution when placing the unit on surfaces that have been specially treated (with wax, oil, polish, etc. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. If you have any question or problem concerning your unit that is not covered in this manual, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. If two or more records are stacked on the platter, the stylus will not make proper contact with the grooves and the quality of reproduction will be impaired. Remove the protective cover from the cartridge, and release the stopper from the tone arm. In order to prevent premature stylus and record wear, the stylus and record should be cleaned before playback. To clean the stylus, brush it from back to front using a good quality stylus cleaning brush. When using a fluid stylus cleaner, make sure not to moisten the stylus too much. To clean your records, wipe thoroughly using a good quality record cleaner. If stains are difficult to remove, use a cloth moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use solvents such as alcohol, benzine or thinner, since they will damage the finish. [. . . ] Do not use solvents such as alcohol, benzine or thinner, since they will damage the finish. To preserve maximum sound quality and avoid damage to your records, we recommend replacing the stylus within this time limit. Additional replacement styli (CN-234) are available from your Sony dealer. [. . . ]