Sony KDL-26M3000 - Manual (Page 6)

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Objects and ventilation holes
Never push objects of any kind into the TV through the
cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points
or short out parts that could result in a fire or an electric
shock. Do not place any objects on the TV.
MOISTURE
Moisture and flammable objects
s Do not use power-line operated TV sets near
water — for example, near a bathtub,
washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a
wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc. It
may result in a fire or an electric shock.
s Do not let this TV get wet. Never spill liquid of
any kind on the TV. If any liquid or solid object
does fall through, do not operate the TV. It may
result in electric shock or damage to the TV.
Have it checked immediately by qualified
personnel.
s To prevent fire, keep flammable objects or open flame (e.g. candles)
away from the TV.
s Do not place any objects on the TV.
s The TV must not be exposed to dripping or
splashing. Do not place objects filled with
liquids, such as vases, on the TV.
CARRYING THE TV
Carry the TV in the specified manner
To avoid dropping the TV and causing serious injury, be sure to follow
these guidelines:
s Before carrying the TV set, disconnect all cables.
s Carrying the large size (32/37 inches) TV
requires two or more people.
s When you carry the TV, place your hand as
illustrated and hold it securely. Do not put stress
on the LCD panel and the frame around the
screen.
s When lifting the TV set or moving the panel, hold it firmly from the
bottom. Place your palm directly under the panel
s When carrying the TV set, do not
subject it to shocks or vibration, or
excessive force.
INSTALLATION
Wall mount installation requires the use of a
Wall-Mount Bracket. When installing or removing
the TV, using the Wall-Mount Bracket, be sure to
use qualified contractors. If not properly secured
during installation or removal from the
Wall-Mount Bracket, the TV may fall and cause
serious injury.
Optional wall mount
Observe the following when installing the TV using a
wall-mount bracket. If the TV is not secured properly, it
may fall and cause injury.
s Be sure to follow the operating instructions supplied
with the wall-mount bracket when installing the TV.
s Be sure to attach the brackets supplied with the wall-mount bracket.
s Do not hang the TV from the ceiling. It may fall and cause serious
injury.
Placement for viewing
It is recommended to watch the TV at a distance of 3 - 7 times that of the
screen height, and in moderate brightness. Watching the TV for too long
or in a dark room may cause eye fatigue. To obtain a clear picture, do not
expose the screen to direct illumination or direct sunlight. If possible, use
spot lighting directed down from the ceiling.
Leave some space around the TV set as shown below.
Otherwise, air-circulation may be inadequate and cause
overheating, which may cause a fire or damage to the TV set.
2 3 /
8
inches
(6 cm)
11 7 / 8 inches
(30 cm)
4 inches
(10 cm)
4 inches
(10 cm)
11 7 / 8 inches
(30 cm)
4 inches
(10 cm)
4 inches
(10 cm)
4 inches (10 cm)
2 1 / 4 inches
(5.7 cm)
Never install the TV as follows:
Air circulation is blocked. Air circulation is blocked.
Installed on the wall
Installed with stand
Leave at least this much space
around the set.
Leave at least this much space
around the set.