Philips Magnavox 50ML8205D/17 - Manual (Page 3)

Important Safety Instructions
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Read before Operating Equipment
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturers’ instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades
with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The
wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet,
consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to
avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been dam-
aged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have
fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally,
or has been dropped.
15. This product may contain lead and mercury. Disposal if these materials may be regulated due to environ-
mental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the
Electronic Industries Alliance: www.eiae.org
16. Damage Requiring Service - Service may be needed if any of the following situations have occurred:
A. The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the appliance; or
C. The appliance has been exposed to rain; or
D. The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or
E. The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.
17. Title/Stability - All televisions must comply with recommended international global safety standards for tilt
and stability properties of its cabinet design.
• Do not compromise these design standards by applying excessive pull force to the front, or top, of the
cabinet which could ultimately overturn the product.
• Also, do not endanger yourself, or children, by placing electronic equipment/toys on the top of the cab-
inet. Such items could fall from the top of the set and cause product damage and/or personal injury.
18. Power Lines - An outdoor antenna should be located away from power lines.
19. Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna is connected to the receiver, be sure the antenna sys-
tem is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage sure and built up static charges. Section
810 of the National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides information with respect to proper
grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge
unit, size of grounding connectors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes,
and requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure below.
20. Object and Liquid Entry - Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the
enclosure through openings.
Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, this apparatus should not be exposed to rain or
moisture and objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should not be placed on this apparatus.