Mains lead
• Observe the followings
to prevent the mains lead being damaged. If the mains lead is damaged, it may result in a fire or an electric shock.
–When you disconnect the mains lead, disconnect it from the
mains socket first.
– Be sure to grasp the plug when disconnecting the mains lead. Do not pull on the mains lead itself.
–Do not pinch, bend, or twist the mains lead excessively. The core
conductors may be exposed or broken.
–Do not modify the mains lead.
–Do not put anything heavy on the mains lead.
–Keep the mains lead away from heat sources.
•If you damage the mains lead, stop using it and ask your dealer or Sony service centre to exchange it.
•Do not use the supplied mains lead on any other equipment.
•Use only an original Sony mains lead, not other brands.
Mains socket
Do not use a poor fitting mains socket. Insert the plug fully into the mains socket. A poor fit may cause arcing and result in a fire.
Contact your electrician to have the mains socket changed.
Cleaning the mains plug
Unplug the mains plug and clean it regularly. If the plug is covered with dust and it picks up moisture, its insulation may deteriorate and result in a fire.
Overloading
This TV set is designed to operate on a
When not in use
•If you will not be using the TV set for several days, the TV set
should be disconnected from the mains for environmental and safety reasons.
•The TV set is not disconnected from the mains when the TV set is switched off. To disconnect the TV set completely, pull the plug from the mains. However, some TV sets may have features which need the TV set to be left in standby to work correctly. The instructions in this manual will inform you if this applies.
Carrying
• Before carrying the TV set, disconnect all the cables from the TV set.
• Carrying the large size TV set requires two or more people.
• When you carry the TV set by hand, hold the TV set as illustrated on the right. When lifting the TV set or moving the panel of the TV set, hold it firmly from the bottom. If you do not do so, the TV set may fall and be damaged or cause serious injury.
•When transporting it, do not subject the TV set to jolts or excessive vibration. The TV set may fall and be damaged or cause serious injury.
•If the TV set has been dropped or damaged, have it checked immediately by qualified service personnel.
•When you carry the TV set in for repair or when you move it, pack it using the original carton and packing material.
Placement
•The TV set should be installed near an easily accessible mains socket.
•Place the TV set on a stable, level surface. Do not hang anything on the TV set. If you do, the TV set may fall
from the stand, causing damage or serious injury.
•Do not install the TV set in places
subject to extreme temperature, for example in direct sunlight, or near a radiator, or heating vent. If the TV set is exposed to extreme temperature, the TV set may overheat and cause deformation of the casing or cause the TV set to malfunction.
•Do not install the TV set in a place exposed to direct air conditioning. If the TV set is installed in such a location, moisture may condense inside and may cause a
malfunction.
• Never place the TV set in hot, oily, humid or excessively dusty places.
• Do not install the TV set where insects may enter.
• Do not install the TV set where it
may be exposed to mechanical vibration.
•Do not install the TV set in a location where it may protrude, such as on or behind a pillar, or where you might bump your head on it. Otherwise, it may result in injury.
•Do not allow children to climb on
the TV set.
• If you use the TV set near the seashore, salt may corrode metal parts of the TV set and cause internal damage or fire.
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