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Safeguards & Safety
Thank you very much for your purchase of this product.
To enjoy your set to the full from the very beginning,
read this manual carefully and keep it handy for ready
reference.
When using electrical appliances, in order to reduce the
risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury to persons, basic
safety precautions should always be followed.
For your Safety
Read all instructions carefully even if you feel you are quite
familiar with the appliance.
• This appliance is not intended for use by young
children or infirm persons without supervision.
• Young children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the TV.
• This TV should be placed on a flat, stable surface
before it is operated.
• Total darkness or a reflection on the picture tube
can cause eyestrain. Soft and indirect lighting is
recommended for comfortable viewing.
• INDOOR USE ONLY - this TV is not intended for
outdoor use.
• Do not expose this TV to rain or moisture.
• Do not immerse in water or any other liquid.
• Do not place items filled with liquids, such as vases, on
the TV. Do not expose the TV to dripping or splashing
liquids.
• Do not place naked flame sources, such as candles, on
the TV.
• Do not locate the appliance near heat sources such as
radiators, heaters, air ducts or direct sunlight.
• Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Ensure
that vents are not covered by newspapers, tablecloths,
curtains, etc. Do not install in a tight fitting cabinet.
• Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any
grille openings.
• This TV is not intended for use in bathrooms, laundry
areas or similar moist locations. Never locate this TV
in the immediate surroundings of, or where it may fall
into, a bath, basin, washtub, shower or swimming pool.
• Do not run the power cord under carpet. Arrange the
supply cord away from traffic areas and where it will
not become a trip hazard.
• To disconnect the TV, turn the TV off, switch off the
power outlet and remove the plug from power outlet.
• Do not abuse the supply cord. Never carry the TV by
the supply cord. Never yank the supply cord from
the power outlet; instead, grasp the plug and pull to
disconnect. Keep the supply cord away from heated
surfaces.
• Do not operate the TV with a damaged supply cord or
plug or after the TV malfunctions, has been dropped
or damaged in any way. Consult an authorised service
facility or similarly qualified person for examination.
• When cleaning the picture tube face, turn off the
television and remove the plug from power outlet.
Using a dry cloth, wipe the television, ensuing that no
dust or lint enters any vents.
• This TV is only to be serviced by a qualified person.
There are no user serviceable parts inside.
• This product has not been designed for any other uses
other than those specified in this booklet. This product
is intended for household use only.
• All television receivers are high voltage instruments.
Your PICTURE TUBE is highly evacuated. If broken,
glass fragments will be violently expelled. Scratching,
chipping, or putting undue pressure on the tube is
dangerous and should be avoided. During thunder and
lighting, unplug the power cord and antenna lead to
prevent your Television set from damage. All inside
work on your receiver should be performed by an
authorised repair agent.
• High voltages are used in the operation of this
television receiver. Do not remove the cabinet back
from your set. Refer servicing to an authorised repair
agent.
• Never suddenly stand on, lean on, or push the
television, or its stand. You should pay special attention
to children when they are near the TV. Serious injury
may result if the unit should fall.
• Do not squash power supply cord under the television
receiver.
