Do not use your Walkman while operating a motorized vehicle. Doing so may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in many areas.

Avoid using your Walkman during sporting competition to avoid injury.

Avoid listening to your Walkman in situations where hearing must not be impaired.

Avoid using your Walkman at a high volume. Hearing experts advise against continuous, loud and extended play. If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce the volume or discontinue use.

Do not turn the volume up high all at once, especially when using your Walkman. Turn up the volume gradually to avoid excessive levels hurting your ears.

Keep the volume at a moderate level. This will allow you to hear outside sounds and to be considerate to people around you.

The earbuds seal your ears. Therefore, be aware that there is a risk of damage to your ears or eardrums if strong pressure is applied to the earbuds, or the earbuds are suddenly removed from your ears. After use, be sure to take the earbuds off your ears gently.