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Handling Your Computer Equipment
Follow these guidelines for handling your computer and its components:
m When setting up your computer, place components on a sturdy, flat surface, and carefully
follow all setup instructions.
m When connecting or disconnecting a cable, always hold the cable by its connector (the
plug, not the cord).
m Tu rn off your computer and all its components before connecting or disconnecting any
cables to add or remove any component. Failure to do so could seriously damage your
equipment.
m Never force a connector into a port. If the connector and port do not join with reasonable
ease, they probably don’t match. Make sure that the connector matches the port and that
you have positioned the connector correctly in relation to the port.
m Take care not to spill any food or liquid on the computer, keyboard, mouse, or other
components. If you do, turn your computer off immediately and unplug it before cleaning
up the spill. Depending on what you spilled and how much of it got into your equipment,
you may have to bring your equipment to an Apple-authorized service provider.
m Protect the computer and its components from direct sunlight and rain or other moisture.
m Keep all ventilation openings clear and unobstructed. Without proper air circulation,
components can overheat, causing damage or unreliable operation.
Warning This equipment is intended to be electrically grounded. Your computer is
equipped with a three-wire grounding plug—a plug that has a third (grounding) pin. This
plug will fit only a grounded AC outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert
the plug into the outlet, contact a licensed electrician to replace the outlet with a properly
grounded outlet. Do not defeat the purpose of the grounding plug!
Warning Do not clean any part of your monitor with a cleaner that contains alcohol or
acetone. Never spray cleaner directly onto the screen. Liquid could drip inside the
monitor and cause electrical shock.
