Sony KDL-40EX621 - Manual (Page 4)

 US
Safety and Regulatory Booklet
4-273-074-12(1)
☐ Unless proper ventilation is provided, the
TV may accumulate dust and cause damage.
☐ Never allow liquid or solid
objects to fall into the
ventilation openings.
☐ If any liquid or solid object falls
inside the TV, unplug the TV
immediately and have it
checked by qualified service personnel
before operating it further.
☐ Never push objects of any kind into the TV
through the ventilation openings as they
may come in contact with dangerous voltage
points or short out parts that could result in
a fire or an electric shock.
Allow adequate space around the TV set to
ensure proper air circulation.
☐ Never place the TV in a
confined space, such as a
bookcase or built-in cabinet,
unless proper ventilation is
provided.
☐ There should be a clearance of at least 11
7/8 inches (30 cm) above the TV set and 4
inches (10 cm) on each side. If mounted on
the wall, allow at least 4 inches (10 cm) of
clearance at the bottom of the screen. (See
additional information provided in the
Operating Instructions manual.)
INSTALLATION
The TV should be installed near an easily
accessible AC power outlet.
☐ Do not install the TV face up or down,
upside down or on its side.
☐ Do not install the TV in hot,
humid, excessively dusty
places or in areas with oily
smoke or steam (e.g., near a
stove or humidifier). Fire, electric shock, or
warping may occur.
☐ Do not install the TV in places
subject to extreme temperature,
such as in direct sunlight, near
a radiator or a heating vent.
The TV may overheat in such
conditions which can cause
deformation of the enclosure
and/or TV malfunction.
☐ Do not install the TV in a place
exposed to direct air
conditioning; moisture may
condense inside and may cause
TV malfunction.
☐ Do not install the TV where it may be
exposed to mechanical vibration.
☐ Do not install the TV where insects may
enter.
☐ Do not install the TV so that
it protrudes into an open
space. Injury or damage may
result from a person or object
bumping into the TV.
☐ To prevent fire keep
flammable objects or open flame (e.g.
candles) away from the TV.
☐ Do not place optional equipment on top of
the TV.
Prevent the TV from toppling over
Take measures to prevent the TV
from toppling over and causing
injury or damage to the TV and
property.
☐ Secure the TV to a wall and/or stand.
☐ Never install the TV on unstable and/or
uneven surfaces.
☐ Do not allow children to climb on or play
with furniture and TV sets.
☐ Do not install the TV on furniture that can
easily be used as steps, such as a chest of
drawers.
☐ Care should be taken to install the TV
where it cannot be pushed, pulled over, or
knocked down.
☐ Care should be taken to route all AC power
cords and connecting cables so that they
cannot be pulled or grabbed by curious
children.
Medical institutions
Do not place this TV in a place
where medical equipment is in
use. It may cause a medical
equipment malfunction.
Outdoor use
Do not install this TV outdoors. The TV
should not be exposed to rain or direct
sunlight in order to avoid damage and possible
fire or electric shock.
Do not install this TV in a vehicle, ship
or other vessel
☐ Excessive bumping motion of
a moving vehicle or
continuous swaying motion on
a boat may cause the TV to fall
down and cause injury.
☐ Exposing the TV to seawater
may cause a fire, electric shock
or damage to your TV.