Important | Safeguards |
24)Always operate this equipment from a 120V AC, 60 Hz power source only.
25)Always make sure the antenna system is properly grounded to provide adequate protection against voltage surges and
30) [This item applies to projection TVs only.] If the air |
temperature rises suddenly (for example, when the TV is |
first delivered), condensation may form on the lenses. This |
can make the picture appear distorted or the color appear |
faded. If this happens, turn off the TV for 6 to 7 hours to |
allow the condensation to evaporate. |
31) 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. |
Ground clamp
Electric service equipment
Ground clamps 
Antenna
Antenna discharge unit (NEC Section
Grounding conductors (NEC Section
Power service grounding
electrode system (NEC Art 250 Part H)
32) 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. |
33) Possible Adverse Effects on TV Picture Display: If a |
fixed |
screen for extended periods of time, the image can become |
26)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:
27)Always sit approximately
28)Always unplug the TV before cleaning. Never use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
29)WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK! Never spill liquids or push objects of any kind into the TV cabinet slots.
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permanently ingrained in the cathode ray tube(s) of the TV |
and cause subtle but permanent ghost images. This type |
of damage is NOT COVERED BY YOUR WARRANTY. |
Never leave the TV on for extended periods of time while it |
is displaying the following images or formats: |
• Fixed Images, including but not limited to PIP/POP |
windows, closed captions, video game patterns, TV |
station logos, stock tickers, and websites. |
• Special Formats that do not use the entire screen, |
including but not limited to widescreen or letterbox format |
media viewed on a 4:3 aspect ratio display (with gray or |
black bars at the top and bottom of the screen); or 4:3 |
aspect ratio format media viewed on a widescreen/16:9 |
aspect ratio display (with gray or black bars on the left |
and right sides of the screen). |
Service
34)WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK! Never attempt to service the |
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TV yourself. Opening and |
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removing the covers may expose |
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you to dangerous voltage or other |
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hazards. Refer all servicing to a | QUALIFIED |
Toshiba Authorized Service Center. | SERVICE |
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35)If you have the TV serviced:
•Ask the service technician to use only replacement parts specified 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.
36)When the TV reaches the end of its useful life, ask a qualified service technician to properly dispose of the TV. Improper disposal may result in a picture tube implosion and possible personal injury.
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