Safety Precautions - Panasonic Viera TC-P42X3 Owner's Manual

Safety Precautions
CAUTION
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 flash with
arrowhead within a triangle is
intended to teIt the user that
parts inside the product are a risk
of electric shock to persons.
,_ The exclamation point within a
triangle is intended to tell the
user that important operating
and servicing instructions are in
the papers with the appliance.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
Do not place liquid containers (flower vase, cups, cosmetics, etc.) above the set
(including on shelves above, etc.).
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.
15) To prevent electric shock, ensure the grounding pin on the
AC cord power plug is securely connected.
i_ WARNING
Sinai! parts can present choking hazard if accidentally
swallowed.
Keep small parts away from young children.
Discard unneeded small parts and other objects,
including packaging materials and plastic bags/sheets to
prevent them from being played with by young children,
creating the potential risk of suffocation.
[] Set up
This Plasma TV may fall and can cause personal injury or
even death if not installed correctly. To prevent personal
injury or death, follow these warnings:
® Install the Plasma TV in accordance with the
manufacturer's recommended pedestal or stand,
corresponding hardware and installation instructions.
This Plasma TV is for use only with the following
optional accessories. Use with any other type of optional
accessories may cause instability. The following accessories
are manufactured by Panasonic Corporation.
• Wall-hanging bracket (Angled)
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O Be sure to ask a qualified technician to carry out the
installation and set=up.
Two or more people are required to install or remove the
television.
® Some wall mounts (wall-hanging brackets) are not
designed to be mounted to walls with steel studs or old
cinder block constructions.
Ask your dealer or licensed contractor to properly secure
the wall-hanging bracket.
® Do not route the TV's power cord inside the wall.
The power cord was not designed for in-wall mounting.
Doing so can lead to fire hazard.
O Do not place the Plasma TV or its stand on a sloped or
unstable surface.
The Plasma TV may fall or tip over.
® Do not support the Plasma TV on a non-specified
pedestal.
® Do not place the Plasma TV on furniture that can easily
be used as steps, such as a chest of drawers.
® Do not climb or allow children to climb on the Plasma TV
® Place or install the Plasma TV where it cannot be
pushed, pulled over or knocked down.
® Route all cords and cables such that they cannot be
tripped over or pulled by curious children.
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