Sony bravia kdl-40w40xx User Manual

 GB

Install and use the TV set in accordance with the 
instructions below in order to avoid any risk of fire, 
electrical shock or damage and/or injuries.

• The TV set should be installed near an easily accessible 

mains socket.

• Place the TV set on a stable, level surface.
• Only qualified service personnel should carry out wall 

installations.

• For safety reasons, it is strongly recommended that you 

use Sony accessories, including:

-  KDL-52W40xx/ KDL-52W42xx/ KDL-46W40xx/ 

KDL-32V45xx/ KDL-32V47xx:
Wall-Mount Bracket SU-WL500.

- KDL-26V45xx/ KDL-26V47xx / KDL-26E40xx:

Wall-mount Bracket SU-WL100.

- KDL-46W40xx/ KDL-46W42xx/ KDL-40W40xx/ 

   TV stand SU-FL300M.

• Before transporting the TV set, 

disconnect all cables.

• Two or three people are needed 

to transport a large TV set.

• When transporting the TV set by 

hand, hold it as shown on the 
right. Do not put stress on the 
LCD panel and the frame around 
the screen.

• When lifting or moving the TV 

set, hold it firmly from the 
bottom. 

• When transporting the TV set, do 

not subject it to jolts or excessive 
vibration.

• When transporting the TV set for 

repairs or when moving, pack it 
using the original carton and packing material.

• Never cover the ventilation holes or insert anything in 

the cabinet.

• Leave space around the TV set as shown below.
• It is strongly recommended that you use a Sony wall-

mount bracket in order to provide adequate air-
circulation.

• To ensure proper ventilation and prevent the collection 

of dirt or dust:
– Do not lay the TV set flat, install upside down, 

backwards, or sideways.

– Do not place the TV set on a shelf, rug, bed or in a 

closet.

– Do not cover the TV set with a cloth, such as curtains, 

or items such as newspapers, etc.

– Do not install the TV set as shown below.

Handle the mains lead and socket as follows in order 
to avoid any risk of fire, electrical shock or damage 
and/or injuries:

– Use only Sony mains leads, not those of other brands.
– Insert the plug fully into the mains socket.
– Operate the TV set on a 220-240 V AC supply only.
– When wiring cables, be sure to unplug the mains lead 

for your safety and take care not to catch your feet on 
the cables.

– Disconnect the mains lead from the mains socket 

before working on or moving the TV set.

– Keep the mains lead away from heat sources.
– Unplug the mains plug and clean it regularly. If the 

plug is covered with dust and it picks up moisture, its 
insulation may deteriorate, which could result in a 
fire.

Be sure to hold the 
bottom of the panel,
not the front part.

30 cm

10 cm

10 cm

10 cm

Leave at least this space around the set.

30 cm

10 cm

10 cm

6 cm

Leave at least this space around the set.

Air circulation 
is blocked.

Air circulation 
is blocked.

Wall

Wall

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