Damage Requiring Service
Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
sWhen the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
sIf liquid has been spilled into the set.
sIf the set has been exposed to rain or water.
sIf the set has been subject to excessive shock by being dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged.
sIf the set does not operate normally when following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are specified in the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the set to normal operation.
sWhen the set exhibits a distinct change in performance, it indicates a need for service.
Servicing
Do not attempt to service the set yourself since opening the cabinet may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Replacement Parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician certifies in writing that he/she has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original parts.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.
Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to the set, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks (as specified by the manufacturer) to determine that the set is in safe operating condition, and to so certify. When the set reaches the end of its useful life, improper disposal could result in a picture tube implosion. Ask a qualified service technician to dispose of the set.
Be careful when moving the TV
When you place the TV in position, be careful not to drop it on your foot or fingers.
Watch your footing while installing the TV.
Carry the TV in the specified manner
Carrying the TV requires at least two people.
If you carry the TV in a manner other than that specified and without the specified number of persons, it may drop and a serious injury may result. Be sure to follow the instructions given below.
sCarry the TV with the specified number of
persons.
s Carry the TV holding the upper and bottom frames of the TV as illustrated. Do not carry it holding the speaker units.
sHold the TV securely when carrying it.
sAs the glass surface of the display unit has a special coating, be careful to avoid touching the glass surface as far as possible.
OthersDamage requiring service
If the surface of the display unit cracks, do not touch it until you unplug the AC power cord.
Otherwise electric shock may result.
Object placement
Do not place something heavy on the media receiver unit.
It may damage the unit.
Liquid placement
Do not place objects containing liquid on the media receiver unit.
It may result in electric shock or damage the unit.
Moisture
Do not let this unit get wet. It may result in electric shock or damage the unit.
Electric shock
Do not touch the unit with a wet hand.
Doing so may cause electric shock or damage to the unit.
Broken pieces
Do not throw anything at the unit.
The screen glass may explode by the impact and cause serious injury.
Cable wiring
Take care not to catch your feet on the cables. It may damage the unit.
Heat
Do not touch the surface of the display unit.
It remains hot, even for some time after the display unit is turned off.
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