24)To avoid damage to this product, never place or store the TV in direct sunlight; hot, humid areas; or areas subject to excessive dust or vibration.
25)Always place the TV on the floor or a sturdy, level, stable surface that can support the weight of the unit. To secure the TV, use a sturdy strap from the hook(s) on the rear of the TV to a wall stud, pillar, or other immovable structure. Make sure the strap is tight, secure, and parallel to the floor.
Sturdy strap (as short as possible)
4"
min. Hook
TV side | TV top |
26)The apparatus should not be exposed to dripping or splashing. Objects filled with liquids should not be placed on the apparatus.
27)Never block or cover the slots or openings in the TV cabinet back, bottom, and sides. Never place the TV:
• on a bed, sofa, rug, or
similar surface;
• too close to drapes, curtains, or walls; or
• in a confined space such 
as a bookcase, 
cabinet, or any other place with poor ventilation.
The slots and openings are provided to protect the TV from overheating and to help maintain reliable operation of the TV. Leave a space of at least 4 (four) inches around the TV.
28)Always place the back of the television at least four
(4) inches away from any vertical surface (such as a wall) to allow proper ventilation.
29)Never allow anything to rest on or roll over the power cord, and never place the TV where the power cord is subject to wear or abuse.
30)Never overload wall outlets and extension cords.
31)Always operate this equipment from a 120 VAC, 60 Hz power source only.
32)Always make sure the antenna system is properly grounded to provide adequate protection against voltage surges and
| Antenna |
| Antenna discharge unit |
Ground clamp | (NEC Section |
| |
Electric service | Grounding conductors |
(NEC Section | |
equipment |
|
| Power service grounding |
Ground clamps | electrode system |
(NEC Art 250 |
33)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:
34)If you use the TV in a room whose temperature is 32 °F (0 °C) or below, the picture brightness may vary until the LCD warms up. This is not a sign of malfunction.
35)Always unplug the TV before cleaning. Gently wipe
the display panel surface (the TV screen) using a dry, soft cloth (cotton, flannel,
etc.). A hard cloth may damage the surface of the panel. Avoid contact with alcohol, thinner, benzene, acidic or alkaline solvent
cleaners, abrasive cleaners,
or chemical cloths, which may damage the surface. Never spray volatile compounds such as insecticide on the cabinet. Such products may damage or discolor the cabinet.
36)
WARNING:
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK!
Never spill liquids or push objects of any kind into the TV cabinet slots.
37)While it is thundering, do not touch the connecting cables or apparatus.
38)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.
39)ALWAYS unplug the TV to completely disconnect from mains power. When the TV is turned off using the on/off switch, it is not completely disconnected from power and a minute amount of current is still consumed.
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