Toshiba 24" Toshiba HD Ready TV Important Safety Instructions

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Safety Information
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO 
NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). 
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER 
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
Note: Follow the on screen instructions for operating the related 
features.
In extreme weather (storms, lightning) and long inactivity 
periods (going on holiday) disconnect the TV set from the 
mains.
The mains plug is used to disconnect TV set from the mains 
and therefore it must remain readily operable. If the TV set is 
not disconnected electrically from the mains, the device will 
still draw power for all situations even if the TV is in standby 
mode or switched off.
IMPORTANT - Please read these 
instructions fully before installing 
or operating
 WARNING: This device is intended to be 
used by persons (including children) who are 
capable / experienced of operating such a 
device unsupervised, unless they have been 
given supervision or instruction concerning 
the use of the device by a person responsible 
for their safety.
• Use this TV set at an altitude of less than 2000 
meters above the sea level, in dry locations and 
in regions with moderate or tropical climates.
• The TV set is intended for household and 
similar general use but may also be used in 
public places. 
• For ventilation purposes, leave at least 5cm of 
free space around the TV.
• The ventilation should not be impeded by 
covering or blocking the ventilation openings 
with items, such as newspapers, table-cloths, 
curtains, etc.
• The power cord plug should be easily 
accessible. Do not place the TV, furniture, etc. 
on the power cord. A damaged power cord/plug 
can cause fire or give you an electric shock. 
Handle the power cord by the plug, do not 
unplug the TV by pulling the power cord. Never 
touch the power cord/plug with wet hands as 
this could cause a short circuit or electric shock. 
Never make a knot in the power cord or tie it with  
other cords. When damaged it must be 
replaced, this should only be done by qualified 
personnel.
• Do not expose the TV to dripping or splashing 
of liquids and do not place objects filled with 
liquids, such as vases, cups, etc. on or over the 
TV (e.g., on shelves above the unit).
• Do not expose the TV to direct sunlight 
or do not place open flames such as lit 
candles on the top of or near the TV.
• Do not place any heat sources such as electric 
heaters, radiators, etc. near the TV set.
• Do not place the TV on the floor and inclined 
surfaces.
• To avoid danger of suffocation, keep plastic 
bags out of the reach of the babies, children 
and domestic animals.
• Carefully attach the stand to the TV. If the stand 
is provided with screws, tighten the screws 
firmly  to  prevent  the TV  from  tilting.  Do  not 
over-tighten the screws and mount the stand 
rubbers properly.
• Do not dispose of the batteries in fire or with 
hazardous or flammable materials.
Warning: Batteries must not be exposed to 
excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
WARNING - excessive sound pressure from 
earphones or headphones can cause hearing 
loss.
ABOVE ALL - NEVER let anyone, especially 
children, push or hit the screen, push 
anything into holes, slots or any other 
openings in the case.
 
Caution
Serious injury or death risk
 
Risk of electric shock Dangerous voltage risk
 Maintenance
Important maintenance 
component