Dear Sharp Customer; Safety Precautions - Sharp PN-655RU Operation Manual

DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER

Thank you for your purchase of a SHARP LCD product. To ensure safety and many years of
trouble-free operation of your product, please read the Safety Precautions carefully before using
this product.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Electricity is used to perform many useful functions, but it can also cause personal injuries and property
damage if improperly handled. This product has been engineered and manufactured with the highest
priority on safety. However, improper use can result in electric shock and/or fi re. In order to prevent
potential danger, please observe the following instructions when installing, operating and cleaning the
product. To ensure your safety and prolong the service life of your LCD product, please read the following
precautions carefully before using the product.
1. Read instructions — All operating instructions must be read and understood before the product is
operated.
2. Keep this manual in a safe place — These safety and operating instructions must be kept in a safe
place for future reference.
3. Observe warnings — All warnings on the product and in the instructions must be observed closely.
4. Follow instructions — All operating instructions must be followed.
5. Cleaning — Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet before cleaning the product. Use a dry cloth to
clean the product. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
6. Attachments — Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer. Use of inadequate
attachments can result in accidents.
7. Water and moisture — Do not use the product near water, such as bathtub, washbasin, kitchen sink
and laundry tub, swimming pool and in a wet basement.
8. Ventilation — The vents and other openings in the cabinet are designed for ventilation.
Do not cover or block these vents and openings since insuffi cient ventilation can cause
overheating and/or shorten the life of the product. Do not place the product on a bed,
sofa, rug or other similar surface, since they can block ventilation openings. Do not
place the product in an enclosed place such as a bookcase or rack, unless proper
ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions are followed.
9. Power cord protection — The power cords must be routed properly to prevent people
from stepping on them or objects from resting on them.
10. The LCD panel used in this product is made of glass. Therefore, it can break when the product is
dropped or applied with impact. Be careful not to be injured by broken glass pieces in case the LCD
panel breaks.
11. Overloading — Do not overload AC outlets or extension cords. Overloading can cause fi re or electric
shock.
12. Entering of objects and liquids — Never insert an object into the product through vents or openings.
High voltage fl ows in the product, and inserting an object can cause electric shock and/or short
internal parts.
For the same reason, do not spill water or liquid on the product.
13. Servicing — Do not attempt to service the product yourself. Removing covers can expose you to high
voltage and other dangerous conditions. Request a qualifi ed service person to perform servicing.
14. Repair — If any of the following conditions occurs, unplug the power cord from the AC outlet, and
request a qualifi ed service person to perform repairs.
a. When the power cord or plug is damaged.
b. When a liquid was spilled on the product or when objects have fallen into the product.
c. When the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d. When the product does not operate properly as described in the operating instructions.
Do not touch the controls other than those described in the operating instructions. Improper
adjustment of controls not described in the instructions can cause damage, which often requires
extensive adjustment work by a qualifi ed technician.
e. When the product has been dropped or damaged.
f. When the product displays an abnormal condition. Any noticeable abnormality in the product
indicates that the product needs servicing.
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