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Important safeguards
ANTENNA LEAD
IN WIRE
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
GROUND
CLAMP
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDINGAS PER
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
FIGURE A
S2898A
GROUNDING WIRES
10 POWER SOURCE
This TVshould be operatedonly from thetype of powersource indicated onthe marking label.If you arenot sure ofthe type
of power supplyto your home,consult your appliancedealer or localpower company .For TVs intended to operatefrom
battery power,or other sources,refer to theoperating instructions.
11 GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION
This TVis equipped witha polarized alternatingcurrent line plug(aplug having oneblade wider thanthe other).This plugwill
fit into thepower outlet onlyone way. Thisis a safetyfeature. If youare unable toinsert the plugfully into theoutlet, try
reversing the plug.If the plugshould still failto fit, contactyour electrician toreplace your obsoleteoutlet. Do notdefeat the
safety purpose ofthe polarized plug.
12 POWERCORD PROTECTION
Power-supply cords shouldbe routed sothat they arenot likely tobe walked onor pinched byitems placed uponor against
them, paying particularattention to cordsat plugs, conveniencereceptacles, and thepoint where theyexit from theappliance.
13 OUTDOOR ANTENNAGROUNDING
If an outsideantenna or cablesystem is connectedto
the TV, be surethe antenna orcable system isgrounded
to provide someprotection against voltagesurges
and built-up staticcharges. Section 810of the National
Electrical Code,ANSI/NFPANO.70,provides
information with respectto proper grounding
of the mastand supporting structure,
of the lead-inwire to anantenna
size of groundingconductors,
antenna discharge unit,connection to grounding
electrodes, and requirementsfor the grounding
electrode.(Fig.A)
14 LIGHTNING
For added protectionfor this TV receiver during
a lightning storm,or when itis left unattendedand
unused for longperiods of time,unplug it fromthe wall outletand disconnect theantenna or cablesystem. This will prevent
damage to theTV due to lightning andpower line surges.
15 POWER LINES
An outsideantenna system shouldnot be locatedin the vicinityof overhead powerlines, or otherelectric light orpower
circuits, or whereit can fallinto such powerlines or circuits.When installing anoutside atenna system,extreme care should
be taken tokeep from touchingsuch power linesor circuits ascontact with themmight be fatal.
16 OVERLOADING
Do not overloadwall outlets andextension cords asthis can resultin a riskof fire orelectric shock.
17 OBJECT ANDLIQUID ENTRY
Never push objectsof any kindinto thisTV through openingsas they maytouch dangerous voltagepoints or shortout parts
that could resultin fire orelectric shock. Neverspill liquid ofany kind intothe TV.
18 SERVICING
Do not attemptto service thisTV yourselfas opening orremoving covers mayexpose you todangerous voltage orother
hazards. Refer allservicing to qualifiedservice personnel.
19 DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE
Unplug thisTV from thewall outlet andrefer servicing toqualified service personnelunder the followingconditions:
a. When thepower supply cordor plug isdamaged or frayed.
b. If liquidhas been spilled,or objects havefallen into theTV.
c. If theTV has been exposed torain or water.
d. If theTV does not operate normallyby following theoperating instructions.Adjust only thosecontrols that arecovered by
the operating instructions,as an improperadjustment of othercontrols may resultin damage andwill often require
extensive work bya qualified technicianto restore theTV to its normal operation.
e. If theTV has been dropped ordamaged in anyway.
f. When theTV exhibits a distinct changein performance, thisindicates a needfor service.
20 REPLACEMENT PARTS
When replacement partsare required, besure the servicetechnician uses replacementparts specified bythe manufacturer
that have thesame characteristics asthe original part.Unauthorized substitutions mayresult in fire,electric shock, injuryto
persons or otherhazards.
21 SAFETY CHECK
Upon completion ofany service orrepairs to thisTV,ask the servicetechnician to performroutine safety checksto determine
that theTV is inproper operating condition.
grounding
discharge unit ,
location of
22 HEAT
This TVproduct should besituated away fromheat sources suchas radiators, stoves,or other products(Including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
