Sharp XV-Z15000 Read Instructions, Retain Instructions, Heed Warnings, Follow Instructions, Heat

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

CAUTION: Please read all of these instructions before you operate this product and save these instructions for later use.

Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. This product has been engineered and manufactured to as- sure your personal safety. BUT IMPROPER USE CAN RESULT IN POTENTIAL ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARDS. In order not to defeat the safeguards incorporated in this product, observe the following basic rules for its installation, use and servicing.

Introduction

1.Read Instructions

All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.

2.Retain Instructions

The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3.Heed Warnings

All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4.Follow Instructions

All operating and use instructions should be followed.

5.Cleaning

Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

6.Attachments

Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

7.Water and Moisture

Do not use this product near water–for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.

8.Accessories

Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

9.Transportation

A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, exces-

sive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.

10.Ventilation

Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.

13.Power-Cord Protection

Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.

14.Lightning

For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

15.Overloading

Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fi re or electric shock.

16.Object and Liquid Entry

Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fi re or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

17.Servicing

Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualifi ed service personnel.

18.Damage Requiring Service

Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualifi ed service personnel under the following conditions:

a.When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.

b.If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.

c.If the product has been exposed to rain or water.

d.If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualifi ed technician to restore the product to normal operation.

e.If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.

f.When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, this indicates a need for service.

19.Replacement Parts

When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fi re, electric shock, or other hazards.

11.Power Sources

This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

12.Grounding or Polarization

This product is provided with one of the following types of plugs. If the plug should fail to fi t into the power outlet,

please contact your electrician.

Do not defeat the safety purpose of the plug.

a.Two-wire type (mains) plug.

b.Three-wire grounding type (mains) plug with a grounding terminal.

This plug will only fi t into a grounding type power outlet.

20.Safety Check

Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

21.Wall or Ceiling Mounting

This product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

22.Heat

This product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifi ers) that produce heat.

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