Toshiba TV 27A42 Owner's Manual page 4

23) Always operate this equipment from
a 120 VAC, 60 Hz power source only.
24) Always make sure the antenna system is properly grounded
to provide adequate protection against voltage surges and
built-up static charges (see Section 810 of the National
Electric Code).
Ground clamp
Electric service equipment
Ground clamps
25) DANGER: RISK OF SERIOUS PERSONAL
INJURY OR DEATH!
• Use extreme care to make sure you are never
in a position where your body (or any item you are in
contact with, such as a ladder or screwdriver) can
accidentally touch overhead power lines. Never locate
the antenna near overhead power lines or other
electrical circuits.
• Never attempt to install any of the following during
lightning activity:
a) an antenna system; or b) cables, wires, or any home
theater component connected to an antenna or phone
system.
Care
For better performance and safer operation of your TOSHIBA
TV, follow these recommendations and precautions:
26) Always sit approximately 10–25 feet away from the TV and
as directly in front of it as possible. The picture can appear
dull if you sit too far to the left or right of the TV, or if sunlight
or room lights reflect on the screen. Turn the TV off to check
for reflections on the screen, and then remove the source of
reflections while viewing the TV.
27) Always unplug the TV before
cleaning. Never use liquid or
aerosol cleaners.
28) WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK!
Never spill liquids or push objects of any kind
into the TV cabinet slots.
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29) [This item applies to projection TVs only.] If the air
30) For added protection of your TV from lightning and power
Antenna lead-in wire
31) During normal use, the TV may make
Antenna discharge unit
(NEC Section 810-20)
Grounding conductors
(NEC Section 810-21)
Power service grounding
32) Possible Adverse Effects on TV Picture Tube: If a fixed
electrode system (NEC Art 250 Part H)
Service
33)
34) If you have the TV serviced:
35) When the TV reaches the end of its useful life, ask a
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temperature rises suddenly (for example, when the TV is first
delivered), condensation may form on the lenses. This can
make the picture appear distorted or the color appear faded.
If this happens, turn off the TV for 6 to 7 hours to allow the
condensation to evaporate.
surges, always unplug the power cord and disconnect the
antenna from the TV if you leave the TV unattended or
unused for long periods of time.
occasional snapping or popping
sounds. This is normal, especially
when the unit is being turned on or
off. If these sounds become frequent
or continuous, unplug the power cord
and contact a Toshiba Authorized Service Center.
(non-moving) pattern remains on the TV screen for long
periods of time, the image can become permanently
engrained in the picture tube and cause subtle but
permanent ghost images. This type of damage is NOT
COVERED BY YOUR WARRANTY. Never leave your TV on
for long periods of time while it is displaying the following
formats or images:
• Fixed Images, such as PIP/POP windows, stock tickers,
video game patterns, TV station logos, and websites.
• Special Formats that do not use the entire screen. For
example, viewing letterbox style (16:9) media on a normal
(4:3) display (gray bars at top and bottom of screen); or
viewing normal style (4:3) media on a widescreen (16:9)
display (gray bars on left and right sides of screen).
WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK! Never attempt to service the
TV yourself. Opening and
removing the covers may expose
you to dangerous voltage or other
hazards. Refer all servicing to a
Toshiba Authorized Service Center.
• Ask the service technician to use only replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer.
• Upon completion of service, ask
the service technician to perform
routine safety checks to determine
that the TV is in safe operating
condition.
qualified service technician to properly dispose of the TV.
Improper disposal may result in a picture tube implosion and
possible personal injury.
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QUALIFIED
SERVICE
TECHNICIAN