Toshiba COLORSTREAM 43A10 Owner's Manual page 2

important information
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FiRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAiN OR MOISTURE.
ELECTRIQUE. NE PAS OUVR JR
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RiSK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER=
SERVICEABLE PARTS iNSiDE. REFER
SERViCiNG TO QUALiFiED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
The lightning symbol in the triangle tells you that the
voltage inside this product may be strong enough to
cause an electric shock. DO NOTTRYTO SERVICE
THIS PRODUCT YOURSELF.
The exclamation mark in the triangle tells you that
important operating and maintenance instructions
follow this symbol.
CAUTION
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS
POLARIZED PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD
RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE
PRONGS CAN BE FULLY INSERTED INTO THE
OUTLET TO PREVENT ANY EXPOSURE OF THE
PRONGS ON THE POLARIZED PLUG.
ATTENTION
POUR PRI_VENIR LES CHOCS I_LECTRIQUES NE PAS
UTILISER CETTE FICHE POLARISI_E AVEC UN
PROLONGATEUR, UNE PRISE DE COURANT OU UNE
AUTRE SORTIE DE COURANT, SAUF SILES LAMES
PEUVENT ETRE INSI_RI_S_ FOND SANS EN LAISSER
AUCUNE PARTIEA DI_COUVERT.
CAUTION
The plug has one prong wider than the other and will fit only
one way into a standard
electrical outlet (120 volt AC, wide prong
60 Hz). If the plug does not
fit into the outlet, try turning
it around. If the plug still does
not fit, the outlet is probably
non-standard and must be
replaced by a qualified electrician. Do not tamper with the plug
or try to f'orce it into a non-standard outlet.
Note to CATVsystern installers in the USA
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's
attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC, which provides
guidelines f'or proper grounding, and, in particular, specifies that
the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of
the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
Precautions
installing your TV
" Place the TV on the floor or on a sturdy platfBm]. The
mounting surf2_ceshould be flat and steady. If you install the
TV on a soft floor, make sure that the floor is not damaged
by the weight of the TV.
• This TV set may be used only with Toshiba stands listed on
page 43. Use with other stands may result in instability
causing possible injury.
• Place the TV f;arenough away from the walls to allow proper
ventilation. This will prevent the TV from overheating and
avoid possible damage to the TV. Avoid dusty areas too.
• Damage may occur if you leave the TV in direct sunlight or
near a heater. Avoid areas subject to extremdy high
temperatures or humidit> and temperatures of 41°F(5°C) or
lower.
Usingyour TV
" Do not stand or climb on the TV.
• Do not put any heavy object on top of the TV.
• Do not place containers with liquids such as drinks or
cosmetics on the TV. If any f'oreign material or water leaks
into the TV, unplug the AC cord and contact your dealer.
• If the room temperature suddenly rises, condensation may
occur on the lenses resulting in picture distortion or color
f;_ding. In such a case, simply wait a while (with the power
on) and the condensation will evaporate.
° Aw)id displaying stationary images on your TV screen f'or
extended periods of time. Stationary patterns generated by a
picture-in-picture (PIP) display, computer displays, video
games, stock market reports, etc., can become permanently
engrained on the picture tube. This damage is not protected
by your warranty because it is the result of misuse. If you wish
to use your TV to display still images, reduce [)rightness and
contrast settings. Never leave a PIP, computer, or video game
display unattended.
• Sit approximately 10-25 f'cet away from the TV. Sitting too
f;_rto the lef'ror right of the screen will cause the picture to
appear dull as will direct sunlight and room lights. Turn the
TV of}" to check f'or reflections on the screen. Then remove
the source ofa W reflections while viewing.
Cleaning yourTV
• Clean the TV with a soft, dry cloth. Never use strong solvents
such as thinner or benzine which might damage the finish of
the cabinet. If the cabinet is very dirty, use a damp cloth to
wipe the cabinet clean, then finish with a dry cloth.
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