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USING THE UNIT SAFELY

Used  for  instructions  intended  to  alert  the 

user to the risk of injury or material damage 

should the unit be used improperly. 
*  Material  damage  refers  to  damage  or 

other adverse effects caused with respect 

to the home and all its furnishings, as well 

to domestic animals or pets. 

Used for instructions intended to alert the 

user  to  the  risk  of  death  or  severe  injury 

should the unit be used improperly. 

The       symbol alerts the user to things that must be carried 

out.  The  specific  thing  that  must  be  done  is  indicated  by 

the  design  contained  within  the  circle.  In  the  case  of  the 

symbol at left, it means that the power-cord plug must be 

unplugged from the outlet. 

The      symbol alerts the user to important instructions or 

warnings.The  specific  meaning  of  the  symbol  is 

determined by the design contained within the triangle. In 

the  case  of  the  symbol  at  left,  it  is  used  for  general 

cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger. 
The       symbol alerts the user to items that must never be 

carried  out  (are  forbidden).  The  specific  thing  that  must 

not  be  done  is  indicated  by  the  design  contained  within 

the  circle.  In  the  case  of  the  symbol  at  left,  it  means  that 

the unit must never be disassembled. 

 WARNING

Do not open (or modify in any way) the unit or 

its AC adaptor.

Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace 

parts within it (except when this manual 

provides specific instructions directing you to 

do so). Refer all servicing to your retailer, the 

nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized 

Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” 

page.

Never install the unit in any of the following 

locations.

• 

Subject to temperature extremes (e.g., 

direct sunlight in an enclosed vehicle, near 

a heating duct, on top of heat-generating 

equipment); or are

• 

Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet floors); 

or are

• 

Exposed to steam or smoke; or are

• 

Subject to salt exposure; or are

• 

Humid; or are

• 

Exposed to rain; or are

• 

Dusty or sandy; or are

• 

Subject to high levels of vibration and 

shakiness.

This unit should be used only with a stand that 

is recommended by Roland.

When using the unit with a stand recom-

mended by Roland, the stand must be carefully 

placed so it is level and sure to remain stable. If 

not using a stand, you still need to make sure 

that any location you choose for placing the 

unit provides a level surface that will properly 

support the unit, and keep it from wobbling.

Be sure to use only the AC adaptor supplied 

with the unit. Also, make sure the line voltage 

at the installation matches the input voltage 

specified on the AC adaptor’s body. Other AC 

adaptors may use a different polarity, or be 

designed for a different voltage, so their use 

could result in damage, malfunction, or electric 

shock.

Use only the attached power-supply cord. Also, 

the supplied power cord must not be used with 

any other device.

Do not excessively twist or bend the power 

cord, nor place heavy objects on it. Doing 

so can damage the cord, producing severed 

elements and short circuits. Damaged cords are 

fire and shock hazards!

 WARNING

This unit, either alone or in combination with an 

amplifier and headphones or speakers, may be 

capable of producing sound levels that could 

cause permanent hearing loss. Do not operate 

for a long period of time at a high volume 

level, or at a level that is uncomfortable. If you 

experience any hearing loss or ringing in the 

ears, you should immediately stop using the 

unit, and consult an audiologist.

Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable 

material, coins, pins); or liquids of any kind 

(water, soft drinks, etc.) to penetrate the unit.

Immediately turn the power off, remove the AC 

adaptor from the outlet, and request servicing 

by your retailer, the nearest Roland Service 

Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as 

listed on the “Information” page when:

• 

The AC adaptor, the power-supply cord, or 

the plug has been damaged; or

• 

If smoke or unusual odor occurs

• 

Objects have fallen into, or liquid has been 

spilled onto the unit; or

• 

The unit has been exposed to rain (or 

otherwise has become wet); or

• 

The unit does not appear to operate normally 

or exhibits a marked change in performance.

In households with small children, an adult 

should provide supervision until the child is 

capable of following all the rules essential for 

the safe operation of the unit.

Protect the unit from strong impact.
(Do not drop it!)

Do not force the unit’s power-supply cord to 

share an outlet with an unreasonable number 

of other devices. Be especially careful when 

using extension cords-the total power used by 

all devices you have connected to the extension 

cord’s outlet must never exceed the power 

rating (watts/amperes) for the extension cord. 

Excessive loads can cause the insulation on the 

cord to heat up and eventually melt through.

Before using the unit in a foreign country, 

consult with your retailer, the nearest Roland 

Service Center, or an authorized Roland 

distributor, as listed on the “Information” page.

 CAUTION

The unit and the AC adaptor should be located 

so their location or position does not interfere 

with their proper ventilation.

This (OCTAPAD SPD-30) for use only with Roland 

stand PDS-10. Use with other stands is capable 

of resulting in instability causing possible injury.

 CAUTION

Please be sure to read and adhere to the 

cautionary notices contained in the instructions 

that came with this product.
Please note that, depending on the manner in 

which performances are carried out, you may 

encounter situations where the stand topples 

over, even though you have followed all of the 

instructions and advice contained within the 

product’s manual. For this reason, you should 

always perform a safety check each time you 

use the stand.

Always grasp only the plug on the AC adaptor 

cord when plugging into, or unplugging from, 

an outlet or this unit.

At regular intervals, you should unplug the AC 

adaptor and clean it by using a dry cloth to 

wipe all dust and other accumulations away 

from its prongs. Also, disconnect the power 

plug from the power outlet whenever the unit 

is to remain unused for an extended period of 

time. Any accumulation of dust between the 

power plug and the power outlet can result in 

poor insulation and lead to fire.

Try to prevent cords and cables from becoming 

entangled. Also, all cords and cables should be 

placed so they are out of the reach of children.

Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects 

on the unit.

Never handle the AC adaptor or its plugs with 

wet hands when plugging into, or unplugging 

from, an outlet or this unit.

Before moving the unit, disconnect the AC 

adaptor and all cords coming from external 

devices.

If you need to move the instrument, take note 

of the precautions listed below.
Check to make sure the screws securing the 

unit to the stand have not become loose. Fasten 

them again securely whenever you notice any 

loosening.

• 

Disconnect the AC adaptor.

• 

Disconnect all cords coming from external 

devices.

Before cleaning the unit, turn off the power and 

unplug the AC adaptor from the outlet (p. 6).

Whenever you suspect the possibility of 

lightning in your area, disconnect the AC 

adaptor from the outlet.

Should you remove screws for the stand, keep 

them in a safe place out of children’s reach, so 

there is no chance of them being swallowed 

accidentally.