Manual

SAFETY TIPS
)TECTION AND LOCATION OF YOUR SET
If an outside antenna is connected to the television
set, be sure the antanna system is grounded se as
to provide some protection against voltage surges
and built up static charges, Section 810 of the
National Electrical Code. N FPA No. 70-1975, pro-
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EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE INSTRUCTIONS
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rides information with respect to pr(x_r grounding
of the mast end supporting structure, grounding of
the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size
of grounding conductors, location of antenna dis-
charge unit, connection to grounding electrode,
and requirements for the grounding electrode.
Note to CATV system installer:
(Only for the television set with CATV reception)
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system
instatler's attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC
that provides guidelines for proper grounding and,
in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall
be connected to the grounding system of the
building, as ck_e to the point of cable entry as
practical,
An outside antenna system should not be located
in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other
electrical lights or power circuits, Or where it can
fall into such power lines or circuits. When install-
ing an outside antenna system, extreme care
should be tekon to keep from touching such power
lines or c_rcuitsas contact with them might be fatal.
For added protection for this television set during
a lightning storm, or when it is _ unattended and
unused for long bedods of time, unplug it from tbe
wall OUtlet and disconnect the antenna. This will
prevent damage due to lightning and power-line
surges.
RATION OF YOUR SET
This telev_on set should be operated only Irom
the type of power seurce indicated on the maddng
label. Ifyou arenot sure of the lype of power
supply at your home, consult your television dealer
or local power company. For television sets
designed to operate h'om bebeqf power, refer to
the operating instructions.
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If the television set does not operate normally by
following the operating instructions, unplug this
television set from the wall outlet and refer servic.
ing to qualified service personnel. Adjust only
those controls that are covered in the operating
instnac_ns es improper adjustmant of othar con-
trols may result in damage and will often require
extensive work by a qualified technician to restore
the television set to normal operation.
When going on a holiday: If your television set is
to remain unused for a period of time, tum the
television set "off' and unplug it from the wall
outlet.
tE SET DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY
If you are unable to reatore normal oberation by
following the detailed I:xocedure in your operating
instructions, do not attempt any further adjust-
ment, Unplug the set and call your dealer or
service technician.
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Wheneverthetelevialonset isOamagedortaUs,or
a distinctchange inpadonmmce indicatesa need
forservioe, unplugtheset andhavoit cha_ed by
• professionalservicetechnician.
it is normal for some TV sets to make occasional
snapping or popping sounds, particuledy when
being tomed on or oif. If the s_ or gepplng
is continuous or frequent, unplug the set and
consult your dealer or service technician.
SERVICING AND MODIFICATION
Do not use attachments not recommended by the
television set manufacturer as they may cause
hazards.
When replacement parts are required, be sure the
service technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer that have the same
characteristics as the onginal part. Unauthorized
substitutions may result in fire. electric shock, or
other hazards.
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Upon completion of any service or repairs to the
tolovismn set, ask the sennce technician to per-
form routine sataty checks to detenmine that the
television is in safe operating condition.
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