Toshiba 42HP66 Owner's Manual - English - Page 3

Introduction Connecting your TV Setting up your TV Important Safety Instructions 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all instructions. 5) Do not use this apparatus near water. 6) Clean only with dry cloth. 7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. 10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. 11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. 13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 14a)CAUTION: If the TV is dropped and the cabinet or enclosure surface has been damaged or the TV does not operate normally, take the following precautions: • ALWAYS turn off the TV and unplug the power cord to avoid possible electric shock or fire. • To prevent personal injury, never handle the damaged television. • ALWAYS contact a service technician to inspect the TV any time it has been damaged or dropped. 15) The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus. Installation, Care, and Service Installation Follow these recommendations and precautions and heed all warnings when installing your TV: 16) Never modify this equipment. Changes or modifications may void: a) the warranty, and b) the user's authority to operate this equipment under the rules of the Federal Communications Commission. 17) DANGER: RISK OF SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY, DEATH, OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE! Never place the TV on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The TV may fall, causing serious personal injury, death, or serious damage to the TV. 18) Never place items such as vases, aquariums, or candles on top of the TV. 19) Always place the TV on the floor or a sturdy, level, Sturdy tie (as short as possible) Clip stable surface that can support the weight of the Hooks Screw unit. Use a sturdy Band tie between the TV's rear hook TV side TV top and the rear wall, pillar, etc., to secure the TV. If you use a TV stand, fix the TV by using the attached band. 20) Never expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing liquid or place items such as vases, aquariums, any other item filled with liquid, or candles on top of the TV. 21) Never block or cover the slots or openings in the TV cabinet back, bottom, and sides. Never place the TV: • on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface; • too close to drapes, curtains, or walls; or • in a confined space such as a bookcase, built-in cabinet, or any other place with poor ventilation. The slots and openings are provided to protect the TV from overheating and to help maintain reliable operation of the TV. Leave a space of at least 4 inches around the TV. 22) Always place the back of the television at least one (1) inch away from any vertical surface (such as a wall) to allow proper ventilation. 23) Never allow anything to rest on or roll over the power cord, and never place the TV where the power cord is subject to wear or abuse. 24) Never overload wall outlets and extension cords. 25) Always operate the TV with a 120V AC, 60Hz power source only.  8 )+ CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use the polarized plug with an extension cord, receptacle, or other outlet unless the blades can be inserted completely with three-wire grounding type to prevent blade exposure. 3 Using the TV's Features Appendix 3X70701A_En_p02-09 3 3/7/06, 6:23 PM