Panasonic TH-50PHW3 Operating Instructions Manual page 7

I Safety Precautions
I
WARNING
Set up
Do not place the High Definition Plasma Display on sloped or unstable surfaces.
• The High Definition Plasma Display may fall off or tip over.
Do not place any objects on top of the High Definition Plasma Display.
• If water spills onto the High Definition Plasma Display or foreign objects get inside it, a short-circuit may occur which
could result in fire or electric shock. If any foreign objects get inside the High Definition Plasma Display, please
consult an Authorized Service Center.
Do not cover the ventilation holes.
• Doing so may cause the High Definition Plasma Display to overheat, which can cause fire or damage to the High
Definition Plasma Display.
If using the pedestal (optional accessory), leave a space of 3 1s/is" (10 cm) or more at the top, left and right, 2 3/8"
(6 cm) or more at the bottom, and 2 3/4" (7 cm) or more at the rear. If using some other setting-up method, leave
a space of 3 1s/is" (10 cm) or more at the top, bottom, left and right, and 3/4" (1.9 cm) or more at the rear.
AC Power
Supply
Cord
The High Definition Plasma Display is designed to operate on 120 V AC, 50/60 Hz.
Securely insert the power cord plug as far as it will go.
• If the plug is not fully inserted, heat may be generated which could cause fire. If the plug is damaged or the wall
socket plate is loose, they should not be used.
Do not handle the power cord plug with wet hands.
• Doing so may cause electric shocks.
Do not do anything that might damage the power cable. When disconnecting the power cable, hold the plug, not
the cable,
• Do not make any modifications, place heavy objects on, place near hot objects, heat, bend, twist or forcefully pull
the power cable. Doing so may cause damages to the power cable which can cause fire or electric shock. If damage
to the cable is suspected, have it repaired at an Authorized Service Center.
If the High Definition Plasma Display is not in use for a long period of time, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.
If problems occur during use
If a problem occurs (such as no picture or no sound), or if smoke or an abnormal odor is detected from the
High Definition Plasma Display, unplug the power cord immediately.
• Continuous use of the Display under these conditions might cause fire or permanent damage to the unit. Have the
Display evaluated at an Authorized Service Center. Services to the Display by any unauthorized personnel are
strongly discouraged due to its high voltage dangerous nature.
If water or foreign objects get inside the High Definition Plasma Display, if the High Definition Plasma Display is
dropped, or if the cabinet becomes damaged, disconnect the power cord plug immediately,
• A short may occur, which could cause fire. Contact an Authorized Service Center for any repairs that need to be
made,
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