Panasonic PT-40LC12 Operating Instructions Manual page 3

Important Safety Instructions
14. If an outside antenna is connected to the television equipment, be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to
provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges. In the U.S.Selection 810 of the National
Electrical Code provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure,
grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-
discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure.
15. For added protection for this projection display during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for
long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna. This will prevent damage to the
receiver due to lightning and power-line surges.
16. An outside antenna system shall not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or
power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system
extreme care shall be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
17. Unplug this projection display from the wall outlet, and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:
a. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
b. If liquid has been spilled into the projection display.
c. If the projection display has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the projection display does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those
controls that are covered by the operating instructions as improper adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the projection display to normal
operation.
e. If the projection display has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
f. When the projection display exhibits a distinct change in performance - this indicates a need for service.
18. Do not attempt to service this projection display yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
19. When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the
manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock, or other hazards.
20. Upon completion of any service or repairs to this projection display, ask the service technician to perform routine
safety checks to determine that the projection display is in safe operating condition.
21. WARNING: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
22. WARNING: Because the temperature of the lamp unit is elevated immediately after its use, directly touching it
may cause burns. After the lamp has cooled enough, replace the lamp unit.
23. CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot of AC outlet and fully insert. Do not
use this (polarized) plug with a receptacle or other outlet unless the blade can be fully inserted to
prevent blade exposure.
This product has a High Intensity Discharge (HID) lamp that contains a small amount of mercury. It also contains
lead in some components.
Disposal of these materials may be regulated in your community due to environmental considerations.
For disposal or recycling information please contact your local authorities, or the Electronics Industries Alliance:
<http://www.eiae.org.>
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