Toshiba EL933 - Manual (Page 5)

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Safety Precautions
This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like
any electrical equipment, care must be taken to obtain the best results and for safety to be assured.
Please read the points below for your own safety. They are of a general nature, intended to help with all
electronic consumer products and some points may not apply to the goods you have just purchased.
The Class I apparatus shall be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.
Air Circulation
Leave more than 10cm clearance around the
television to allow adequate ventilation. This will
prevent overheating and possible damage to the
television. Dusty places should also be avoided.
Heat Damage
Damage may occur if the television is left in direct
sunlight or near a heater. Avoid places subject to
extremely high temperatures or humidity. Place in
a location where the temperature remains between
5°C (41°F) min. and 35°C (94°F) max.
Mains Supply
The mains supply required for this equipment is
220-240v AC 50Hz. Never connect to a DC supply
or any other power source. DO ensure that the
television is not standing on the mains lead. Use
only the supplied lead.
DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equip-
ment, this incorporates a special Radio Interfer-
ence Filter, the removal of which will impair its
performance. In the UK, the fuse fitted in this plug
is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
It should only be replaced by a correctly rated and
approved type and the fuse cover must be refitted.
IF IN DOUBT PLEASE CONSULT A COMPETENT
ELECTRICIAN.
Do
DO read the operating instructions before you at-
tempt to use the equipment.
DO ensure that all electrical connections (including
the mains plug, extension leads and inter-connec-
tions between pieces of equipment) are properly
made and in accordance with the manufacturers’
instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains
plug before making or changing connections.
DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt
about the installation, operation or safety of your
equipment.
DO be careful with glass panels on equipment.
WARNING: To prevent injury, this apparatus must
be securely attached to the floor/wall in accord-
ance with the installation instructions. See page 6.
DO NOT REMOVE ANY FIXED COVERS AS THIS
WILL EXPOSE DANGEROUS AND ‘LIVE’ PARTS.
THE MAINS PLUG IS USED AS A DISCON-
NECTING DEVICE AND THEREFORE SHOULD
BE READILY OPERABLE.
Do Not
DO NOT obstruct the ventilation openings of the
equipment with items such as newspapers, table-
cloths, curtains, etc. Overheating will cause damage
and shorten the life of the equipment.
DO NOT allow electrical equipment to be exposed
to dripping or splashing or objects filled with liquids,
such as vases, to be placed on the equipment.
DO NOT place hot objects or naked flame
sources, such as lighted candles or nightlights on,
or close to equipment. High temperatures can melt
plastic and lead to fires.
WARNING: To prevent the spread of
fire, keep candles or other open flames
away from this product at all times.
DO NOT use makeshift stands and NEVER fix
legs with wood screws. To ensure complete safety,
always fit the manufacturers’ approved stand,
bracket or legs with the fixings provided according
to the instructions.
DO NOT leave equipment switched on when it
is unattended, unless it is specifically stated that
it is designed for unattended operation or has
a standby mode. Switch off by withdrawing the
plug, make sure your family know how to do this.
Special arrangements may need to be made for
people with disabilities.
DO NOT continue to operate the equipment if you
are in any doubt about it working normally, or it
is damaged in any way – switch off, withdraw the
mains plug and consult your dealer.
WARNING – excessive sound pressure from ear-
phones or headphones can cause hearing loss.
ABOVE ALL – NEVER let anyone, especially chil-
dren, push or hit the screen, push anything into holes,
slots or any other openings in the case.
These actions will damage screen or internal parts.
NEVER guess or take chances with electrical
equipment of any kind – it is better to be safe than
sorry.