Safety Instructions - Sharp 40FD2K User Manual

Important Safety Instructions
To prevent spread of fire, keep
candles or other open flames away
from this product at all times
Please read these instructions. All of the safety and
operating instructions should be read before the
appliance is operated.
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- This equipment is a Class II or double
insulated electrical appliance. It has been designed
in such a way that it does not require a safety
connection to electrical earth.
Warnings
• Television sets with 40" screens or larger must be lifted and
carried by at least 2 people.
• This television does not contain any parts that are
serviceable by the user. In the event of a fault, contact the
manufacturer or authorised service department.
• Exposing the internal parts of the TV may endanger your
life. The manufacturers guarantee does not extend to faults
caused by repairs carried out by unauthorised third parties.
• Exposing the internal parts of the TV may endanger your
life. The manufacturers guarantee does not extend to faults
caused by repairs carried out by unauthorised third parties.
• Do not use the TV set immediately after unpacking.
Wait until the TV warms up to room temperature before
using it.
• To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or damage to the
TV, do not expose it to dust, rain or moisture. Never expose
the TV to dripping or splashing and do not place objects
filled with liquids on or near the TV.
• Do not connect any external devices (DVD player, games
console etc.) when the TV is switched on. Disconnect both
the TV and device from the mains before connecting.
Only switch appliances on when the connection process is
complete.
• Do not place the television in a confined space and do
not obstruct the ventilation openings at the rear of the
television.
• When installing on a wall, ensure the TV is at
least 5cm from the wall for ventilation.
• Always ensure that the TV's ventilation openings
are not covered with items such as newspapers, table-
cloths, curtains, etc.
• Dispose of this television and any components including
batteries in an environmentally friendly manner. If in doubt,
please contact your local authority for details of recycling.
• Ensure this TV is used in moderate climates only.
• In cases of electrostatic discharge (ESD) the TV may operate
incorrectly. If this happens, turn the set off at the mains and
then turn back on again after 30 seconds. The set should
now work normally.
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• TV operating Conditions:
- Temperature from +10°C to + 35°C
- Humidity no more than 80% (at a temperature of 25°C)
WARNING: Never place a television set on an unstable
surface. The TV set may fall causing serious personal injury or
death. Many injuries, particularly to children, can be avoided
by taking simple precautions such as:
• Use cabinets or stands recommended by the manufacturer
of the television set.
• Only use furniture that can safely support the television set.
• Ensure the television set is not overhanging the edge of the
supporting furniture.
• Do not place the television set on tall furniture
(for example, cupboards or bookcases) without anchoring
both the furniture and the television set to a suitable
support.
• Do not place the television set on cloth or other materials
that may be located between the television set and
supporting furniture.
• For maximum safety while using your set, it is
recommended to fit anti-tip straps. These are designed to
be attached between the wall/secure surface and the VESA
mounts on the television. These are available from major
retailers and websites and are an easy and inexpensive way
of ensuring that your set stays safely upright.
• Please educate children about the dangers of climbing on
furniture to reach the television set or its controls.
• If your existing television set is being retained and
relocated, the same considerations as above should be
applied.
Safety
• For your safety, this appliance is fitted with a fused 3 pin
mains plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced, ensure
that any replacement is of the same amperage and
approved with the BSI mark.
• Never try and replace the mains plug unless you have
adequate qualifications and are legally authorised to do
so. In the event that a replacement mains cable is required,
contact the manufacturer for a suitable replacement.
• Never use the television if it is damaged in any way.
• Always place the television on a flat level surface avoiding
anywhere which may be subject to strong vibration.
• The ideal distance to watch the television is from
approximately 2.5-3 times the length of the diagonal
measurements of the TV screen away.
• Ensure the television is not placed on top of the power
cable as the weight of the television may damage the cable
and cause a safety hazard.
• Never place mobile phones, speakers or any other device
which may cause magnetic or radio interference, near the
television. If interference is apparent, move the device
causing the interference away from the television.
• To disconnect the set from the mains, remove the mains
plug from the socket.
• Ensure that the mains plug is always easily accessible.
• When handling the set do not grip the LCD screen/glass.
• Do not pull the set when mounted on a bracket. If using a
moveable bracket, adjust via the bracket and not the TV set.
• Do not place this set above a heat source.
WARNING: Excessive volume when using earphones
and headphones can cause damage to hearing.