Safety precautions 02
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Chapter 2
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. To clean the product, use the supplied
cleaning cloth or other soft clothes (e.g., cotton, flannel). 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. 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.
13. The plasma television 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 television 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 replacement
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 according 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-generating
products (including amplifiers).
22. Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet before installing the
speakers.
23. Never expose the screen of the plasma television 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 television to direct sunlight for a
long period of time. The optical characteristics of the front
protection panel changes, resulting in discoloration or warp.
25. The plasma television weighs about 55.5 kg (122.4 lbs.) for the
PDP-LX608D/PDP-LX6080D and about 38.3 kg (84.4 lbs.) for the
PDP-LX508D/PDP-LX5080D. Because it has small depth and is
unstable, unpack, carry, and install the product with one more
person at least and use the handles.