Safety Precautions - Toshiba 19SL738B Owner's Manual

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.
Air Circulation
Leave more than 10cm clearance around the
television to allow adequate ventilation. This will
prevent overheating and possible damage to the
television. Dusty places should also be avoided.
Heat Damage
Damage may occur if the television is left in direct
sunlight or near a heater. Avoid places subject to
extremely high temperatures or humidity. Place
in a location where the temperature remains
between 5°C (41°F) min. and 35°C (94°F) max.
Mains Supply
The mains supply required for this equipment
is 220-240V ˜, 50/60Hz. Never connect to a DC
supply or any other power source. DO ensure
that the television is not standing on the mains
lead. Use only the supplied 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 approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
It should 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
DO be careful with glass panels on equipment.
DO NOT REMOVE ANY FIXED COVERS AS
THIS WILL EXPOSE DANGEROUS AND 'LIVE'
PARTS.
THE MAINS PLUG IS USED AS A
DISCONNECTING DEVICE AND THEREFORE
SHOULD BE READILY OPERABLE.
DO NOT 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.
DO NOT allow electrical equipment to be
exposed to dripping or splashing or objects filled
with liquids, such as vases, to be placed on the
equipment.
DO NOT 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.
DO NOT use makeshift stands and NEVER
fix legs with wood screws. To ensure complete
safety, always fit the manufacturers' approved
stand, bracket or legs with the fixings provided
according to the instructions.
DO NOT 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
plug, make sure your family know how to do this.
Special arrangements may need to be made for
people with disabilities.
DO NOT 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.
WARNING – excessive sound pressure from
earphones or headphones can cause hearing
loss.
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.
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SETTING UP
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