Sharp LC-80LE857U Flat Panel Television User Manual


 
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Caring for the cabinet
• Use a soft cloth (cotton, fl annel, etc.) and gently wipe the surface of the cabinet.
• Using a chemical cloth (wet/dry sheet type cloth, etc.) may deform the components of the main unit cabinet
or cause cracking.
• Wiping with a hard cloth or using strong force may scratch the surface of the cabinet.
• If the cabinet is very dirty, wipe with a soft cloth (cotton, fl annel, etc.) soaked in neutral detergent diluted
with water and thoroughly wrung out, and then wipe with a soft dry cloth.
• Avoid using benzene, thinner, and other solvents, as these may deform the cabinet and cause the paint
to peel off.
• Do not apply insecticides or other volatile liquids.
Also, do not allow the cabinet to remain in contact with rubber or vinyl products for a long period of time.
Plasticizers inside the plastic may cause the cabinet to deform and cause the paint to peel off.
Caring for the front panel
• Turn off the main power and unplug the AC cord from the wall outlet before handling.
• Gently wipe the surface of the front panel with a soft cloth (cotton, fl annel, etc.).
To protect the front panel, do not use a dirty cloth, liquid cleaners, or a chemical
cloth (wet/dry sheet type cloth, etc.). This may damage the surface of the front
panel.
• Wiping with a hard cloth or using strong force may scratch the surface of the front
panel.
• Use a soft damp cloth to gently wipe the front panel when it is really dirty.(It may scratch the surface of
the front panel when wiped strongly.)
• If the front panel is dusty, use an anti-static brush, which is commercially available, to clean it.
• To avoid scratching the frame or screen, please use a soft, lint free cloth for cleaning. Approved cleaning
cloths are available directly from Sharp in single (00Z-LCD-CLOTH) or triple (00Z-LCD-CLOTH-3) packs.
Call 1-800-BE-SHARP for ordering, or VISIT http://www.sharpusa.com/SharpDirect.
CHILD SAFETY:
PROPER TELEVISION PLACEMENT MATTERS
• To prevent fi re, never place any type of candle or fl ames on the top or near the TV set.
• To prevent fi re or shock hazard, do not place the AC cord under the TV set or other heavy items.
• Do not display a still picture for a long time, as this could cause an afterimage to remain.
• To prevent fi re or shock hazard, do not expose this product to dripping or splashing.No
objects fi lled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on the product.
• Do not insert foreign objects into the product. Inserting objects in the air vents or other
openings may result in fi re or electric shock. Exercise special caution when using the
product around children.
Precautions when transporting the TV
• When transporting the TV, never carry it by holding or otherwise putting
pressure onto the display. Be sure to always carry the TV by two people
(90/80 inch models: three people) holding it with two hands.
THE CONSUMER ELECTRONICS INDUSTRY CARES
• Manufacturers, retailers and the rest of the consumer electronics industry are
committed to making home entertainment safe and enjoyable.
• As you enjoy your television, please note that all televisions – new and old- must
be supported on proper stands or installed according to the manufacturer’s
recommendations. Televisions that are inappropriately situated on dressers,
bookcases, shelves, desks, speakers, chests, carts, etc., may fall over, resulting
in injury.
TUNE IN TO SAFETY
ALWAYS follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for the safe installation of
your television.
ALWAYS read and follow all instructions for proper use of your television.
NEVER allow children to climb on or play on the television or the furniture on
which the television is placed.
NEVER place the television on furniture that can easily be used as steps, such
as a chest of drawers.
ALWAYS install the television where it cannot be pushed, pulled over or
knocked down.
ALWAYS route cords and cables connected to the television so that they
cannot be tripped over, pulled or grabbed.
WALL OR CEILING MOUNT YOUR TELEVISION
ALWAYS contact your retailer about professional installation if you have any
doubts about your ability to safely mount your television.
ALWAYS use a mount that has been recommended by the television
manufacturer and has a safety certifi cation by an independent laboratory (such
as UL, CSA, ETL).
ALWAYS follow all instructions supplied by the television and mount
manufacturers.
ALWAYS make sure that the wall or ceiling where you are mounting the
television is appropriate.
Some mounts are not designed to be mounted to walls and ceilings with steel
studs or cinder block construction. If you are unsure, contact a professional
installer.
• Televisions can be heavy. A minimum of two people is required for a wall or
ceiling mount installation.
MOVING AN OLDER TELEVISION TO A NEW PLACE IN YOUR HOME
• Many new television buyers move their older CRT televisions into a secondary
room after the purchase of a fl at-panel television. Special care should be made
in the placement of older CRT televisions.
ALWAYS place your older CRT television on furniture that is sturdy and
appropriate for its size and weight.
NEVER place your older CRT television on a dresser where children may be
tempted to use the drawers to climb.
ALWAYS make sure your older CRT television does not hang over the edge of
your furniture.
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