Toshiba 20VL43U Owners Manual - Page 4

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). Antenna lead-in wire Ground clamp Antenna discharge unit (NEC Section 810-20) Electric service equipment Grounding conductors (NEC Section 810-21) Ground clamps Power service grounding electrode system (NEC Art 250 Part H) 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 unplug the TV before cleaning. Clean only with a dry cloth. Never use liquid or aerosol cleaners. 29) For added protection of your TV from lightning and power 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. 30) During normal use, the TV may make 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. 31) The screen on this TV is manufactured from glass. To prevent damage, never strike the glass with a sharp or heavy object. 32) The liquid crystal display on this TV is manufactured using an extremely high level of precision technology; however, an occasional pixel (dot of light) may display constantly on the screen. This is a structural property of LCD technology and is not a sign of malfunction. Such pixels are not visible when the picture is viewed from a normal viewing distance. Note: Interactive video games that involve shooting a "gun" type of joystick at on-screen target may not work on this TV. Service 33) 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. 27) When dust has collected on the power plug, remove the plug and clean of the dust. Do not hold the power cord only to remove the plug. Do not touch the power plug with a wet hand. 28) WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK! Never spill liquids or push objects of any kind into the TV cabinet slots. 34) If you have the TV serviced: • 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. 35) When the TV reaches the end of its useful life, ask a qualified service technician to properly dispose of the TV. Improper disposal may result in a picture tube implosion and possible personal injury. 4