Panasonic TH-42PX600A warranty Safety Precautions, Maintenance, Handling the mains plug and lead

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Safety Precautions

Warning

Handling the mains plug and lead

Insert the mains plug fully into the socket outlet. (If the mains plug is loose, it could generate heat and cause fire.)

Ensure that the mains plug is easily accessible.

Ensure the grounding pin on the mains plug is securely connected to prevent electrical shock.

Do not touch the mains plug with a wet hand. (This may cause electrical shock.)

Do not damage the mains lead. (A damaged lead may cause fire or electrical shock.)

Do not move the TV with the lead plugged in the socket outlet.

Do not place a heavy object on the lead or place the lead near a high-temperature object.

Do not twist the lead, bend it excessively, or stretch it.

Do not pull on the lead. Hold onto the mains plug body when disconnecting lead. Do not use a damaged mains plug or socket outlet.

If you find any abnormality, remove

the mains plug immediately!

AC 220-240 V 50 / 60 Hz

 

Caution

 

Notes

 

 

Remember not to keep still pictures on

When cleaning the TV, remove the

the screen for extended lengths of time

mains plug

 

 

Such still pictures cause after-images on the plasma

(Cleaning an energized TV may cause electrical

screen if they are displayed for a long time. These

after-images are not considered malfunctions and are

shock.)

 

 

 

 

not covered by the warranty.

When TV will not be used for a

Typical still images

 

long time, remove the mains plug

 

Channel number and unique logos

This TV will still consume some power even

Image displayed in 4:3 mode

in the Off mode, as long as the mains plug is

Video game

 

still connected to a live socket outlet.

 

 

 

Computer image

 

Allow sufficient space around the

 

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TV for radiated heat

 

 

 

 

 

 

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To decrease the chance of after-images, a screen saver

 

 

 

will be automatically activated after a few minutes if there

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is no signal and if there is no operation in AV mode. (p. 41)

 

 

 

The screen saver will be automatically deactivated when a

 

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(cm)

signal is detected or an operation is executed.

 

 

 

 

Do not block the rear air vents

 

Keep the TV away from these equipment

 

 

Blocked ventilation by

 

Electronic equipment

curtains, etc. may cause

 

In particular, do not place video equipment near the TV

overheating, fire or electrical

 

(electromagnetic interference may distort images / sound).

shock.

 

Equipment with an infrared sensor

 

 

This TV also emits infrared rays (this may affect

 

 

operation of other equipment).

Maintenance

First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet.

Display panel

Daily care: Gently wipe the surface clean of dirt by using a soft cloth.

Do not remove covers NEVER modify the TV yourself

(High-voltage components may cause serious electrical shock.)

Have the TV checked, adjusted, or repaired at your local Panasonic dealer.

Keep liquids away from the TV

To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to dripping or splashing.

Do not place containers with water (flower vase, cups, cosmetics, etc.) above the TV. (including on shelves above, etc.)

Major contamination: Wipe the surface clean using a soft cloth dampened with clean water or water containing a small amount of neutral detergent. Then, using a soft dry cloth, evenly wipe the surface clean until it is dry.

Caution

The surface of the display panel has been specially treated and may be easily damaged. Do not tap or scratch the surface with your fingernail or other hard object.

Use care not to subject the surface to bug repellent, solvent, thinner, or other volatile substances (this may degrade surface quality).

Cabinet

Do not place foreign objects inside the TV

Do not let metal or flammable objects drop into the TV through the air vents (fire or electrical shock may result).

Do not expose to direct sunlight and other sources of heat

Avoid exposing the TV to direct sunlight and other sources of heat. To prevent fire never place any type of candle or naked flame on top or near the TV.

Do not place the TV on an unstable surface

Use only the dedicated stands / mounting equipment

Using an unauthorized stand or other fixtures may make the TV shaky, risking injury. Be sure to ask your local Panasonic dealer to perform setup.

Use optional stands / mounts (p. 6).

Daily care: Wipe the surface clean using a soft dry cloth.

Major contamination: Dampen a soft cloth with clean water or water containing a small amount of neutral detergent. Then, wring the cloth and wipe the surface clean with it. Finally, wipe the surface clean with a dry cloth.

Caution

Use care not to subject the TV's surfaces to detergent. (A liquid inside the TV could lead to product failure.)

Use care not to subject surfaces to bug repellent, solvent, thinner, or other volatile substances (this may deteriorate the surface by peeling the paint).

Do not allow the cabinet to make contact with a rubber or PVC substance for a long time.

Mains plug

Wipe the mains plug with a dry cloth at regular intervals. (Moisture and dust may lead to fire or electrical shock.)

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