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Safety precautions
This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like
any electrical equipment, care must be taken to obtain the best results and for safety to be assured.
Please read the points below for your own safety. They are of a general nature, intended to help with
all electronic consumer products and some points may not apply to the goods you have just purchased.
Leave more than 10 cm clearanc e around the TV
to allow adequate ventilation. This will prevent
overheating and possible damage to the TV.
Dusty places should also be avoided.
Damag e may occur if th e TV i s lef t in d irec t
sunlight or near a heater. Avoid places subject to
extremely high temperatures or humidity, or
locations where the temperature is likely to fall
below 5°C (41°F).
The mains supply required for this equipment is
110 - 240 V AC 50 Hz. Never connect to a DC
supply or any other power source. DO ensure
that the TV is not standing on the mains lead. DO
NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment,
this incorporates a special Radio Interference
Filter, the removal of which will impair its
performance. In the UK, the fuse fitted in this plug
is app roved by AS TA or B SI to BS13 62. It s hou ld
only be replaced by a correctly rated and
approved type and the fuse cover must be
refitted. IF IN DOUBT PLEASE CONSULT A
COMPETENT ELECTRICIAN.
DO read the operating instructions before you
attempt to use the equipment.
DO ensure that all electrical connections
(including the mains plug, extension leads and
inter-connections between pieces of equipment)
are properly made and in accordance with the
manufacturers’ instructions. Switch off and
withdraw the mains plug before making or
changing connections.
DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt
about the installation, operation or safety of your
equipment.
DO be careful with glass panels or doors on
equipment.
DON’T remove any fixed covers, as this will
expose dangerous and ‘live’ parts.
DON'T obstruct the ventilation openings of the
equipment with items such as newspapers,
tablecloths, curtains, etc. Overheating will cause
damage and shorten the life of the equipment.
DON’T allow electrical equipment to be
exposed to dripping or splashing or objects filled
with li quid s, suc h as v ases, to be plac ed on the
equipment.
DON'T place hot objects or naked flame
sources, such as lighted candles or nightlights
on, or close to equipment. High temperatures
can melt plastic and lead to fires.
DON'T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs
with wo od sc rews. To ensu re com plet e saf ety,
always fit the manufacturers’ approved stand,
brackets or legs with the fixings provided
according to the instructions.
DON'T listen to headphones at high volume, as
such use can permanently damage your hearing.
DON'T leave equipment switched on when it is
unattended, unless it is specifically stated that it is
designed for unattended operation or has a
standby mode. Switch off by withdrawing the
plu g, m ak e su re you r f am ily kn ow how to do th is.
Special arrangements may need to be made for
people with disabilities.
DON'T continue to operate the equipment if you
are in any doubt about it working normally, or it
is damaged in any way - switch off, withdraw the
mains plug and consult your dealer.
ABOVE ALL - NEVER let anyone, especially
children, push or hit the screen, push
anything into holes, slots or any other
openings in the case.
NEVER guess or take chances with
electrical equipment of any kind - it is
better to be safe than sorry.
THE MAINS PLUG IS USED AS A
DISCONNECTING DEVICE AND THEREFORE
SHOULD BE READILY OPERABLE.
Air Circulation
Heat Damage
Mains Supply
Do
Do not
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