Important safety instructions – Sharp BD-HP20U User Manual

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Water and Moisture — Do not use this product near water - for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl,

kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.

• Stand — Do not place the product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod or table. Placing the product on an

unstable base can cause the product to fall, resulting in serious personal injuries as well as damage to the
product. Use only a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the
product. When mounting the product on a wall, be sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions. Use only
the mounting hardware recommended by the manufacturer.

• Ventilation — The vents and other openings in the cabinet are designed for ventilation. Do not cover or

block these vents and openings since insufﬁ cient ventilation can cause overheating and/or shorten the life
of the product. Do not place the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface, since they can block
ventilation openings. This product is not designed for built-in installation; do not place the product in an
enclosed place such as a bookcase or rack, unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's
instructions are followed.

• Heat — The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,

or other products (including ampliﬁ ers) that produce heat.

• Lightning — For added protection for this television equipment during a lightning storm, or when it is

left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the
antenna. This will prevent damage to the equipment due to lightning and power-line surges.

• Selecting the location — Select a place with no direct sunlight and good ventilation.

• To prevent ﬁ re, never place any type of candle or ﬂ ames on the top or near the product.

• 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.

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