4
Safety Precautions
AC 220-240 V
50 Hz
Warning & Caution
Handling the mains plug
Ensure that the mains plug is easily accessible at all times.
Insert the mains plug fully into the socket outlet. (If the
mains plug is loose, it could generate heat and cause fi re.)
Do not touch the mains plug with a wet hand.
(This may cause electrical shock.)
Note
If the set is not switched off when the TV station stops
transmitting, it will automatically go to standby mode after
30 minutes. This function will operate only in TV mode.
Do not expose to direct sunlight
and other sources of heat
Avoid exposing the TV set to direct sunlight and other
sources of heat. To prevent fi re never place any type
of candle or naked fl ame on top or near the TV set.
Power source
This TV set is designed to operate on 220-240V, 50 Hz AC.
Remove the mains plug from
the wall socket when TV is
not in use for a prolonged
period of time. Remove the
mains plug from the wall
socket before connecting
or disconnecting any leads.
This TV will still consume some power
even in the Standby mode, as long as
the mains plug is still connected to a live
socket outlet. On /Off switch see page 7.
IMPORTANT: THE MOULDED MAINS PLUG
FOR YOUR SAFETY, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY.
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal in the mains plug
which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal in the mains plug which is
marked with the letter L or coloured RED.
Under no circumstances should either of these wires be connected to the Earth terminal of the
three pin mains plug, marked with the letter E or the earth symbol .
How to replace the fuse.
For plug type shown in example 1:
Lift out the removable fuse compartment with a screwdriver and replace the fuse, then refi t
securely into the mains plug (see example 1).
For plug type shown in example 2:
Lift open the fuse compartment, in the mains plug, with a screwdriver, and replace the fuse, then
press the fuse cover down securely (see example 2).
As the colours of the wire in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured
markings identifying the terminals in your mains plug, proceed as follows.
IMPORTANT:
– The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: –
Blue: Neutral Brown: Live
If a new mains plug is to be fi tted, please observe the wiring code as shown below.
If in any doubt, please consult a qualifi ed electrician.
If the fi tted moulded mains plug is unsuitable for the socket outlet in your home, then the fuse shall be
removed and the mains plug cut off and disposed of safety. There is a danger of severe electrical shock
if the cut off mains plug is inserted into any 13 amp socket.
If the mains plug contains a removable fuse cover, you must ensure that it is refi tted when the fuse is replaced.
If you lose the fuse cover the mains plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained.
A replacement fuse cover may be purchased from your local Panasonic Dealer.
This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 5 amp fuse is
fi tted in this mains plug. Shall the fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating
of 5 amps and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark
ASA
or the BSI mark
on the body of the fuse.
Example 1
Example 2
