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Introduction
Wide
plug
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Installation, Care, and Service
Installation
Follow these recommendations and precautions and heed
all warnings when installing your TV:
16) Never modify this equipment. Changes or modifications
may void: a) the warranty, and b) the user’s authority to
operate this equipment under the rules of the Federal
Communications Commission.
17)
DANGER: RISK OF SERIOUS PERSONAL
INJURY, DEATH, OR EQUIPMENT
DAMAGE!
Never place the TV on
an unstable cart, stand, or table. The TV
may fall, causing serious personal injury,
death, or serious damage to the TV.
18) Never place or store the TV in direct
sunlight; hot, humid areas; areas
subject to excessive dust or vibration;
or locations with temperatures at or
below 41
°
F (5
°
C).
19) Always place the TV on the floor
or a sturdy, level, stable surface that
can support the weight of the unit.
20) Never place items such as vases,
aquariums, or candles on top of the TV.
21) Never block or cover the slots or
openings in the TV cabinet back,
bottom, and sides. Never place
the TV:
•
on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar
surface;
•
too close to drapes, curtains,
or walls; or
•
in a confined space such as a
bookcase, built-in cabinet, or any
other place with poor ventilation.
The slots and openings are provided
to protect the TV from overheating and to help maintain
reliable operation of the TV.
22) Always place the back of the television at least one (1)
inch away from any vertical surface (such as a wall) to
allow proper ventilation.
23) Never allow anything to rest on or roll over the power
cord, and never place the TV where the power cord is
subject to wear or abuse.
24) Never overload wall outlets and
extension cords.
Important Safety Instructions
1)
Read these instructions.
2)
Keep these instructions.
3)
Heed all warnings.
4)
Follow all instructions.
5)
Do not use this apparatus near water.
6)
Clean only with a dry cloth.
7)
Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8)
Do not install near any heat sources
such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9)
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding type plug.
A polarized plug has two blades
with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug
has two blades and a third grounding
prong.
The wide blade or the third prong are
provided for your safety. If the
provided plug does not fit into your
outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10)
Protect the power cord
from being
walked on or pinched, particularly at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and
the point where it exits the apparatus.
11)
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
12)
Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the
apparatus.
When a cart is used, use
caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13)
Unplug this apparatus during
lightning storms or when
unused for long periods
of time.
14)
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged
in any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged,
liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the
apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain
or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
14a)
CAUTION:
If the TV is dropped and the cabinet or
enclosure surface has been damaged or the TV does
not operate normally, take the following precautions:
• ALWAYS turn off the TV and unplug the power cord to
avoid possible electric shock or fire.
• To prevent personal injury, never handle the damaged
television.
• ALWAYS contact a service technician to inspect the TV
any time it has been damaged or dropped.
15)
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
to prevent blade exposure.
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