Panasonic PT-AE1000 - Manual (Page 4)

Precautions with regard to safet ecautions with regard to safety
If you notice smoke, strange smells or noise coming
from the projector, disconnect the mains plug from
the mains socket.
• Do not continue to use the projector in such cases,
otherwise fire or electric shocks could result.
• Check that no more smoke is coming out, and then
contact an Authorised Service Centre for repairs.
• Do not attempt to repair the projector yourself, as
this can be dangerous.
Do not install this projector in a place which is not
strong enough to take the full weight of the
projector.
• If the installation location is not strong enough, it may
fall down or tip over, and severe injury or damage
could result.
Installation work (such as ceiling suspension)
should only be carried out by a qualified technician.
• If installation is not carried out correctly, there is the
danger that injury or electric shocks may occur,
• Do not use other than an authorised ceiling mount
bracket.
If foreign objects or water get inside the projector,
or if the projector is dropped or the cabinet is
broken, disconnect the mains plug from the mains
socket.
• Continued use of the projector in this condition may
result in fire or electric shocks,
• Contact an Authorised Service Centre for repairs.
Do not overload the mains socket.
• If the power supply is overloaded (for example, by
using too many adapters), overheating may occur
and fire may result.
Do not remove the cover or modify it in any way.
• High voltages can cause fire or electric shocks,
• For any inspection, adjustment and repair work,
please contact an Authorised Service Centre.
Clean the mains plug regularly to prevent it from
becoming covered in dust.
• If dust builds up on the mains plug, the resulting
humidity can damage the insulation, which could
result in fire. Pull the mains plug out from the mains
socket and wipe it with a dry cloth,
• If not using the projector for an extended period of
time, pull the mains plug out from the mains socket.
Do not do anything that might damage the mains
lead or the mains plug.
• Do not damage the mains lead, make any
modifications to it, place it near any hot objects, bend
it excessively, twist it, pull it, place heavy objects on
top of it or wrap it into a bundle.
• If the mains lead is used while damaged, electric
shocks, short-circuits or fire may result.
• Ask an Authorised Service Centre to carry out any
repairs to the mains lead that might be necessary.
Do not handle the mains plug with wet hands.
• Failure to observe this may result in electric shocks.
Insert the mains plug securely into the mains
socket.
• If the plug is not inserted correctly, electric shocks or
overheating could result,
• Do not use plugs which are damaged or mains
sockets which are coming loose from the wall.
Do not place the projector on top of surfaces which
are unstable.
• If the projector is placed on top of a surface which is
sloped or unstable, it may fall down or tip over, and
injury or damage could result.
Do not place the projector into water or let it become
wet.
• Failure to observe this may result in fire or electric
shocks.
Do not place the projector on soft materials such as
carpets or sponge mats.
• Doing so may cause the projector to overheat, which
can cause burns, fire or damage to the projector.
Do not place liquid containers on top of the
projector.
• If water spills onto the projector or gets inside it, fire
or electric shocks could result.
• If any water gets inside the projector, contact an
Authorised Service Centre.
Do not insert any foreign objects into the projector.
• Do not insert any metal objects or flammable objects
into the projector or drop them onto the projector, as
doing so can result in fire or electric shocks.
Do not allow the + and - terminals of the batteries to
come into contact with metallic objects such as
necklaces or hairpins.
• Failure to observe this may cause the batteries to
leak, overheat, explode or catch fire.
• Store the batteries in a plastic bag and keep them
away from metallic objects.
During a thunderstorm, do not touch the projector
or the cable.
• Electric shocks can result.
Do not use the projector in a bath or shower.
• Fire or electric shocks can result.
Do not place your skin into the light beam while the
projector is being used.
• Strong light is emitted from the projector’s lens. If
you place directly into this light, it can hurt or
damage your skin.
Do not look into the lens while the projector is being
used.
• strong light is emitted from the projector’s lens. If
you look directly into this light, it can hurt and
damage your eyes.
• Be especially careful not to let young children look
into the lens. In addition, turn off the power and
disconnect the mains plug when you are away from
the projector.
Do not place your hands or other objects close to
the air outlet port.
• Heated air comes out of the air outlet port. Do not
place your hands or face, or objects which cannot
withstand heat close to this port [allow at least
10 cm (4") of space], otherwise burns or damage
could result.
Replacement of the lamp is better to be carried out
by a qualified technician.
• The lamp has high internal pressure. If improperly
handled, explosion might result.
• The lamp can easily become damaged if struck
against hard objects or dropped, and injury or
malfunctions may result.
When replacing the lamp, allow it to cool for at least
one hour before handling it.
• The lamp cover gets very hot, and touching it can
cause burns.
Before replacing the lamp, be sure to disconnect
the mains plug from the mains socket.
• Electric shocks or explosions can result if this is not
done.
Do not allow infants or pets to touch the remote
control unit.
• The accessory remote control unit can be used to
operate not only the projector but also other
appliances such as air conditioners and electrical
device by programming them using the learning
function. If the remote control unit operated
inappropriately, fire or injury may result.
• Keep the remote control unit out of the reach of
infants and pets after using it.
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