Introduction
5
Installation
(cont. from previous page)
27) Never overload wall outlets and extension cords.
28) Always operate the TV with a 120V AC, 60Hz power
source only.
CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use the
polarized plug with an extension cord, receptacle, or other outlet
unless the blades can be inserted completely with three-wire
grounding type to prevent blade exposure.
29) Always make sure the antenna system is properly
grounded to provide adequate protection against
voltage surges and built-up static charges (see
Section 810 of the National Electric Code.)
30)
DANGER: RISK OF SERIOUS
PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH!
• Use extreme care to make sure you
are never in a position where your body
(or any item you are in contact with,
such
as a ladder or screwdriver) can
accidentally touch overhead power lines.
Never locate the antenna near overhead
power lines or other electrical circuits.
•
Never attempt to install any of the following
during
lightning activity: a) an antenna system; or
b)
cables,
wires, or any home theater component
connected
to an antenna or phone system.
Care
For better performance and safer operation of your
TOSHIBA TV, follow these recommendations and precautions:
31) Always unplug the TV before cleaning.
Wipe the display panel
surface gently using only
a soft cloth (supplied.) A
hard cloth may damage the
surface of the panel. Avoid
contact with alcohol,
thinner, benzene, acidic or
and alkaline solvent cleaners, abrasive
cleaners, or chemical cloths, which may damage
the surface. Never spray volatile compounds such
as insecticide on the cabinet. Such products may
damage or discolor the cabinet.
32)
WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK!
Never spill liquids or push objects of
any kind into the TV cabinet slots.
Antenna discharge unit
(NEC Section 810-20)
Antenna
lead-in wire
Grounding conductors
(NEC Section 810-21)
Ground clamps
Power service grounding
electrode system
(NEC Art 250 Part H)
Ground clamp
Electric service
equipment
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
(Continued)
Care
(cont. from previous column)
33) While it is thundering, do not touch the connecting
cables or apparatus.
34) For added protection of your TV from lightning and
power surges, always unplug the power cord and
disconnect the antenna from the TV if you leave the
TV unattended or unused for long periods of time.
35) ALWAYS unplug the TV to completely disconnect
from mains power. When the TV is turned off using
the on/off switch, it is not completely disconnected
from power and a minute amount of current is still
consumed.
36) During normal use, the TV may make occasional
snapping or popping sounds. This is normal,
especially when the unit is being turned on or off.
If these sounds become frequent or continuous,
unplug the power cord and contact a Toshiba
Authorized Service Center.
37) Keep your
fi
ngers well clear of the disc slot as it is closing.
Failure to do so may cause serious personal injury.
38) When you use headphones, keep the volume at a
moderate level. Using headphones continuously
at a high volume may cause hearing damage.
39) NEVER look directly into the disc slot or ventilation
slots at the source of the laser beam. Doing so
may cause sight damage.
40) NEVER use a cracked, deformed, or repaired disc.
Such discs are easily broken and may cause serious
personal injury or product damage. SUCH DAMAGE
IS NOT COVERED UNDER YOUR WARRANTY.
41)
WARNING: RISK OF SERIOUS PERSONAL
INJURY OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE!
• Never strike the screen with a sharp or heavy object.
• Never touch, press, or place anything on the
LCD screen. These actions will damage the LCD
screen If you need to clean the LCD screen,
follow the instructions in item 31 on this page.
Service
42)
WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK!
Never attempt to service
the TV yourself.
Opening and removing the covers
may expose you to dangerous voltage or other
hazards. Failure to follow this WARNING may
result in death or serious injury.
Refer all servicing to a Toshiba Authorized
Service Center.
43) If you have the TV serviced:
•
Ask the service technician to use only replacement
parts
speci
fi
ed by the manufacturer.
• Upon completion of service, ask the service
technician to perform routine safety checks to
determine that the TV is in safe operating condition.
44) When the TV reaches the end of its useful life,
ask a quali
fi
ed service technician to properly
dispose of the TV.
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