Safety Precautions - Panasonic TH-37PA20 Operating Instructions Manual

I Safety Precautions
WARNING
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Set up
Do not place the Plasma TV on sloped or unstable surfaces.
• The Plasma TV may fall off or tip over.
Do not place any objects on top of the Plasma TV.
• If water spills onto the Plasma TV 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 Plasma TV, please consult an Authorized Service Center.
Do not cover the ventilation holes.
• Doing so may cause the Plasma TV to overheat, which can cause fire or damage to the Plasma TV.
If using the pedestal, leave a space of 3 15h6" (10 cm) or more at the top, left and right, 2 3Is" (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 15h6"(10 cm)
or more at the top, bottom, left and right, and 314"(1.9 cm) or more at the rear.
Avoid installing this product near electronic equipment that easily receives electromagnetic waves.
• It may cause interference in image, sound, etc. In particurar, keep video equipment away from this product.
AC Power Supply Cord
The Plasma TV 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 damage 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 PlasmaTV will not be used 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 Plasma
TV, unplug the power cord immediately.
• Continuous use of the TV under these conditions might cause fire or permanent damage to the unit. Have the TV
evaluated at an Authorized Service Center. Services to the TV by any unauthorized personnel are strongly discouraged
due to its high voltage dangerous nature.
If water or foreign objects get inside the Plasma TV, if the Plasma TV 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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