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IMPORTANT INFORMATION (Continued)
The battery supplied with this product contains traces of Lead.
For EU:
The crossed-out wheeled bin implies that used batteries should not be put to the general household
waste! There is a separate collection system for used batteries, to allow proper treatment and recycling in
accordance with legislation. Please contact your local authority for details on the collection and recycling
schemes.
For Switzerland:
The used battery is to be returned to the selling point.
For other non-EU countries:
Please contact your local authority for correct method of disposal of the used battery.
DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER
Thank you for your purchase of a SHARP LCD product. To ensure safety and many years of trouble-free operation of your
product, please read the Safety Precautions carefully before using this product.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Electricity is used to perform many useful functions, but it can also cause personal injuries and property damage if improperly
handled. This product has been engineered and manufactured with the highest priority on safety. However, improper use can
result in electric shock and/or fire. In order to prevent potential danger, please observe the following instructions when installing,
operating and cleaning the product. To ensure your safety and prolong the service life of your LCD product, please read the
following precautions carefully before using the product.
1. Read instructions — All operating instructions must be read and understood before the product is operated.
2. Keep this manual in a safe place — These safety and operating instructions must be kept in a safe place for future
reference.
3. Observe warnings — All warnings on the product and in the instructions must be observed closely.
4. Follow instructions — All operating instructions must be followed.
5. Cleaning — Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet before cleaning the product. Use a dry cloth to clean the product. Do
not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
6. Attachments — Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer. Use of inadequate attachments can result
in accidents.
7. W ater and moisture — Do not use the product near water. Do not install the product in a place where water may splash onto
it. Be careful of equipment which drains water such as an air-conditioner.
8. Ventilation — The vents and other openings in the cabinet are designed for ventilation.
D o not cover or block these vents and openings since insufficient ventilation can cause overheating and/or shorten the life
of the product. Do not place the product on a sofa, rug or other similar surface, since they can block ventilation openings.
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.
9. Power cord protection — The power cords must be routed properly to prevent people from stepping on them or objects from
resting on them.
10. The LCD panel used in this product is made of glass. Therefore, it can break when the product is dropped or applied with
impact. Be careful not to be injured by broken glass pieces in case the LCD panel breaks.
1 1. Overloading — Do not overload AC outlets or extension cords. Overloading can cause fire or electric shock.
1 2. E ntering of objects and liquids — Never insert an object into the product through vents or openings. High voltage flows in
the product, and inserting an object can cause electric shock and/or short internal parts.
For the same reason, do not spill water or liquid on the product.
13. Servicing — Do not attempt to service the product yourself. Removing covers can expose you to high voltage and other
dangerous conditions. Request a qualified service person to perform servicing.
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