3Installation, Care, and ServiceInstallationFollow these recommendations and precautions and heed allwarnings when installing your TV:15) Never modify this equipment. Changes or modificationsmay void: a) the warranty, and b) the user’s authority tooperate this equipment under the rules of the FederalCommunications Commission.16) DANGER: RISK OF SERIOUS PERSONALINJURY, DEATH, OR EQUIPMENTDAMAGE! Never place the TV onan unstable cart, stand, or table. The TVmay fall, causing serious personal injury,death, or serious damage to the TV.17) Never place or store the TV in directsunlight; hot, humid areas; areassubject to excessive dust or vibration;or locations with temperatures at orbelow 41°F (5°C).18) Always place the TV on the flooror a sturdy, level, stable surface thatcan support the weight of the unit.19) Never place items such as vases,aquariums, or candles on top of the TV.20) Never block or cover the slots oropenings in the TV cabinet back,bottom, and sides. Never placethe TV:• on a bed, sofa, rug, or similarsurface;• too close to drapes, curtains,or walls; or• in a confined space such as abookcase, built-in cabinet, or anyother place with poor ventilation.The slots and openings are providedto protect the TV from overheatingand to help maintain reliableoperation of the TV.21) Never allow anything to rest on or roll over the powercord, and never place the TV where the power cord issubject to wear or abuse.22) Never overload wall outlets andextension cords.Important Safety Instructions1) Read these instructions.2) Keep these instructions.3) Heed all warnings.4) Follow all instructions.5) Do not use this apparatus nearwater.6) Clean only with a dry cloth.7) Do not block any ventilationopenings. Install in accordance withthe manufacturer’s instructions.8) Do not install near any heatsources such as radiators,heat registers, stoves, or otherapparatus (including amplifiers)that produce heat.9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized orgrounding type plug. A polarized plug has two bladeswith one wider than the other. A grounding type plug hastwo blades and a third groundingprong. The wide blade or the thirdprong are provided for your safety.If the provided plug does not fit intoyour outlet, consult an electricianfor replacement of the obsolete outlet.CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do notuse the polarized plug with an extension cord, receptacle,or other outlet unless the blades can be insertedcompletely to prevent blade exposure.10) Protect the power cord from beingwalked on or pinched, particularly atplugs, convenience receptacles, andthe point where it exits the apparatus.11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by themanufacturer.12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,bracket, or table specified by themanufacturer, or sold with theapparatus. When a cart is used, usecaution when moving the cart/apparatuscombination to avoid injury from tip-over.13) Unplug this apparatus duringlightning storms or whenunused for long periodsof time.14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.Servicing is required when the apparatus has beendamaged in any way, such as power supplycord or plug is damaged, liquid hasbeen spilled or objects have fallen intothe apparatus, the apparatus has beenexposed to rain or moisture, does notoperate normally, or has been dropped.Wide plugQUALIFIEDSERVICETECHNICIAN 05/02.2