Toshiba 40VL20 Series Owner's Manual page 4

6) Never block or cover the slots and openings in
the cabinet.
• Never place the TV so that it is facing upward
or on its side.
• Never place the TV in a closet, bookcase or
other similar area where the ventilation is
poor.
• Never drape a newspaper, tablecloth or curtain
on the TV.
• When installing the TV against a wall, always
keep the TV at least 10 cm away from the wall.
• Never place the TV on a soft unstable surface,
such as a carpet, or a cushion.
The inside of this TV will overheat if the
ventilation holes are covered, blocked or sealed,
which may result in a fi re.
7) Never place the TV near a heater or in direct
sunlight.
The surface of the cabinet or power cord may
melt and result in a fi re or an electric shock.
8) Never place the TV in an area exposed to high
humidity levels, such as in a bathroom or close
to a humidifi er.
This may cause a fi re or an electric shock.
9) Never place the TV next to a stove where it
will be exposed to oil, smoke, or steam, or in
a location where there is a large quantity of
dust.
This may cause a fi re or an electric shock.
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Introduction / Getting started
10) Precautions for moving the TV
• When moving the TV, be sure to remove the
plug from the wall outlet and disconnect the
aerial cable and audio/video cables, any steady
ties and mounting screw. A fi re or an electric
shock may result if the power cord is damaged.
• When carrying the TV, at least two people are
needed. Be sure to carry it upright.
• Never carry the TV with the screen facing up or
down.
11) Precautions for installing on outdoor aerial
An outside aerial system should not be located
in the vicinity of overhead power lines, or other
electric light or power circuits.
If the aerial falls down or drops, it may cause an
injury or an electric shock.