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Installation, Care, and Service
Installation
Follow these recommendations and precautions and heed all
warnings when installing your TV:
17)Never modify this equipment. Changes or modifications may
void: a) the warranty, and b) the user’s authority to operate
this equipment under the rules of the Federal
Communications Commission.
18) DANGER: RISK OF SERIOUS PERSONAL
INJURY, DEATH, OR EQUIPMENT
DAMAGE! Never place the TV on
an unstable cart, stand, or table. The TV
may fall, causing serious personal injury,
death, or serious damage to the TV.
19)Never place or store the TV in direct sunlight; hot, humid
areas; areas subject to excessive dust or vibration; or
locations with temperatures at or below 41°F (5°C).
20)Always place the TV on the floor or a sturdy, level, stable
surface that can support the weight of the unit.
21)Never expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing or
place items such as vases, aquariums, any other item filled
with liquid, or candles on top of the TV.
22)Always place the back of the television at least one (1)
inch away from any vertical surface (such as a wall) to
allow proper ventilation.
23)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, built-in 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.
24)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.
25)Never overload wall outlets and extension cords.
26)Always operate this equipment from a 120 VAC, 60 Hz
power source only.
Important Safety Instructions
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with a dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding type plug. A polarized plug has two blades
with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has
two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third
prong are provided for your safety.
If the provided plug does not fit into
your outlet, consult an electrician
for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10)Protect the power cord from being
walked on or pinched, particularly at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and
the point where it exits the apparatus.
11)Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
12)Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart is used, use
caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13)Unplug this apparatus during lighting storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
14)Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged
in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged,
liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the
apparatus, or the apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
This applies to all items except those specified on pages
50-52 of this manual.
15)CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use
the polarized plug with an extension cord, receptacle, or
other outlet unless the blades can be inserted completely
to prevent blade exposure.
16)WARNING: This product contains a lamp to project the
picture, and requires special safety precautions:
•See pages 50-52 for instructions on lamp unit
replacement.
• DO NOT attempt to service this product except as
specified on pages 50-52. The only user-serviceable
item in this product is the lamp unit.
Wide plug
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