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4) Never block or cover the slots and
openings in the cabinet.
• Never place the TV so that it is facing
upward or on its side.
• Never place the TV in a closet, bookcase or
other similar area where the ventilation is
poor.
• Never drape a newspaper, tablecloth or
curtain on the TV.
• Never stand the TV on cloth or other
material placed between the TV and
supporting furniture.
• When installing the TV against a wall,
always keep the TV at least 10 cm away
from the wall.
• Never place the TV on a soft unstable
surface, such as a carpet, or a cushion.
The inside of this TV will overheat if the
ventilation holes are covered, blocked or
sealed, which may result in a fi re.
5) Never place the TV near a heater or in
direct sunlight.
The surface of the cabinet or power cord may
melt and result in a fi re or an electric shock.
6) Never place the TV in an area exposed
to high humidity levels, such as in a
bathroom or close to a humidifi er.
This may cause a fi re or an electric shock.
Introduction
7) Never place the TV next to a stove where it
will be exposed to oil, smoke, or steam, or
in a location where there is a large quantity
of dust.
This may cause a fi re or an electric shock.
8) Install the TV in a horizontal, stable
location. Connect between two clips on the
back of the TV and a wall, pillar, etc., with a
sturdy tie and clip of supplied accessories
(- page 35).
• Use as short a tie as possible to ensure the
TV is stable.
• If the TV is not installed securely, it may lean
or fall over and cause an injury.
• To prevent injury, use the exclusive optional
stand or wall-hanging bracket to install
this TV on the fl oor or wall securely in
accordance with a qualifi ed technician.
Top view
Sturdy tie
(as short as possible)
Clip
Clip
Clip
Side view
9) Precautions for moving the TV
• When moving the TV, be sure to remove the
plug from the wall outlet and disconnect the
aerial cable and audio/video cables, any
steady ties. A fi re or an electric shock may
result if the power cord is damaged.
• When carrying the TV, at least two people
are needed. Be sure to carry it upright.
• Never carry the TV with the screen facing up
or down.
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