8
GB
KDL-46/40/32V2000
2-680-539-11(2)
Ventilation
• Never cover the ventilation
holes or insert anything in the
cabinet. It may cause
overheating and result in a fire.
• Unless proper ventilation is
provided, the TV set may gather dust and get dirty. For
proper ventilation, observe the following:
– Do not install the TV set turned backwards or sideways.
– Do not install the TV set turned over or upside down.
– Do not install the TV set on a shelf or in a closet.
– Do not place the TV set on a rug or bed.
– Do not cover the TV set with cloth, such as curtains, or
items such as newspapers, etc.
• Leave some space around the TV set as shown below.
Otherwise, air-circulation may be inadequate and causing
overheating, which may cause a fire or damage to the TV
set.
• Never install the TV set as follows:
Optional accessories
Observe the following when
installing the TV set using a stand
or wall-mount bracket. If you do
not do so, the TV set may fall and
cause serious injury.
– KDL-40P25xx:
Wall-mount bracket SU-WL51.
– KDL-32P25xx/KDL-26P25xx:
Wall-mount bracket SU-WL31.
• It is strongly recommended that you use the official Sony
wall-mount bracket to allow adequate air circulation and
to avoid accumulated dust on the TV.
• If the TV set is to be installed on a wall, have the
installation carried out by qualified service personnel.
Improper installation may render the TV set unsafe.
• Secure the TV set properly, following the instructions
supplied with your stand when installing the TV set.
• Be sure to attach the brackets supplied with your stand.
Wiring
• When wiring cables, be sure to unplug the mains lead for
your safety.
• Take care not to catch your feet on the cables. It may
damage the TV set.
Medical institutions
Do not place this TV set in a place
where medical equipment is in
use. It may cause a malfunction of
medical instruments.
Outdoor use
• Do not install this TV set
outdoors. If the TV set is
exposed to rain, it may result in a
fire or an electrical shock.
• If this TV set is exposed to direct
sunlight, the TV set may heat up
and it may damage the TV set.
Vehicle, Ships and other
vessels
• Do not install this TV set in a
vehicle. The motion of the
vehicle may cause the TV set
to fall down and cause injury.
• Do not install this TV set on a
ship or other vessel. If the TV
set is exposed to seawater, it
may cause a fire or damage
the TV set.
Water and moisture
• Do not use this TV set near water
– for example, near a bathtub or
shower room. Also do not expose
to rain, moisture or smoke. This
may result in a fire or an electric
shock.
30 cm
10 cm
10 cm
10 cm
Leave at least this space around the set.
Installed on the wall
30 cm
10 cm10 cm
6 cm
Leave at least this space around the set.
Installed with stand
Air circulation is
blocked.
Air circulation is
blocked.
Wall Wall
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