Pioneer PDP-435FDE Operating Instructions Manual page 8

02 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 fire. 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 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 damp cloth to clean
the product. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol clean-
ers.
6. Attachments—Do not use attachments not recom-
mended by the manufacturer. Use of inadequate attach-
ments 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. Stand—Do not place the product on an unstable cart,
stand, tripod or table. Placing the product on an unstable
base can cause the product to fall, resulting in serious
personal injuries as well as damage to the product. Use
only a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table recommended
by the manufacturer or sold with the product. When
mounting the product on a wall, be sure to follow the
manufacturer's instructions. Use only the mounting
hardware recommended by the manufacturer.
9. When relocating the product placed on a cart, it must be
moved with utmost care. Sudden stops, excessive force
and uneven floor surface can cause the product to fall
from the cart.
10. Ventilation—The vents and other openings in the cabinet
are designed for ventilation. Do not cover or block these
vents and openings since insufficient 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.
This product is not designed for built-in installation; 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.
11. Power source—This product must operate on a power
source specified on the specification label. If you are not
sure of the type of power supply used in your home,
consult your dealer or local power company.
12. Power cord protection—The power cords must be routed
properly to prevent people from stepping on them or
objects from resting on them. Check the cords at the
plugs and product.
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13. The plasma Display 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 plasma Display breaks.
14. Overloading—Do not overload AC outlets or extension
cords. Overloading can cause fire or electric shock.
15. Entering of objects and liquids—Never insert an object
into the product through vents or openings. High voltage
flows 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.
16. Servicing—Do not attempt to service the product yourself.
Removing covers can expose you to high voltage and
other dangerous conditions. Request a qualified service
person to perform servicing.
17. Repair—If any of the following conditions occurs, unplug
the power cord from the AC outlet, and request a qualified
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 qualified 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.
18. Replacement parts—In case the product needs replace-
ment parts, make sure that the service person uses
replacement parts specified by the manufacturer, or those
with the same characteristics and performance as the
original parts. Use of unauthorized parts can result in fire,
electric shock and/or other danger.
19. Safety checks—Upon completion of service or repair
work, request the service technician to perform safety
checks to ensure that the product is in proper operating
condition.
20. Wall or ceiling mounting—When mounting the product
on a wall or ceiling, be sure to install the product accord-
ing to the method recommended by the manufacturer.
21. Heat sources—Keep the product away from heat sources
such as radiators, heaters, stoves and other heat- generat-
ing products (including amplifiers).
22. Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet before install-
ing the speakers.
23. Never expose the screen of the Plasma Display to a strong
impact, for example, by hitting it. The screen may be
broken, resulting in fire or personal injury.
24. Do not expose the Plasma Display to direct sunlight for a
long period of time. The optical characteristics of the front
protection panel changes, resulting in discolouration or
warp.
25. The Plasma Display weighs about 26.8 kg (59.1 lbs.) for
the PDP-435PE. Because it has small depth and is
unstable, unpack, carry, and install the product with one
more person at least and use the handles.