Panasonic TC-26LX20 Operating Instructions Manual page 3

important Safety instructions
18) If an outside antenna is connected to the EXA_,_PLEOFANTENNA
television equipment, be sure the antenna system GROUNDING A£ PER
(_'_EO)
is grounded so as to provide some protection
against voltage surges and built up static
charges In the US. Selection 810-21 of the
National Electrical Code provides information
with respect to proper grounding of the mast and
supporting structure grounding of the lead-in wire
to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding
conductors, location of antenna discharge unit,
connection to grounding electrodes, and
requirements for the grounding electrode.
17) An outside antenna system should not be located ELECTRODE SYSTEM
in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other (NECART250, PART H)
electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an
outside antenna system extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits
as contact with them might be fatal,
18)Unplug this LCD TV from the wall outlet, and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:
a When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed
b If liquid has been spilled into the LCD TV.
c If the LCD TV has been exposed to rain or water.
d, If the LCD TV does not operate normally by following the operating instructions.
Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as improper adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and wB often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore
the LCD TV to normal operation.
e If the LCD TV has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged,
f. When the LCD TV exhibits a distinct change in performance - this indicates a need for service
19) When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by
the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may
result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards
20)WARNHG: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
DO NOT PLACE LIQUID CONTAINERS (FLOWER VASES, CUPS, COS[vIETIOS, ETC.} ABOVE THE
SET. (INCLUDING ON SHELVES ABOVE, ETC,)
21) CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE THIS PLUG WITH A RECEPTACLE OR
OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE,
! Hmpou'tanfr H nfm'maBm_Regarding Use of Video Games, Computm's, Capfriose m' Other Fixed HmageDispHays.
The extended use of fixed image program material can cause a permanent "shadow image" on the LCD panel,
This beckground image is viewable oR normal programs in the form of a stationary fixed image, This type of
irreversible LCD panel deterioration can be limited by observing the following steps:
A. Reduce tbe brightness / contrast setting to a minimum viewing level.
B. Do not display the fixed image for extended periods of time.
C. Turn the power off when not in actual use.
! This product utilizse tiu_-lsedselbeu',and has a fllnm'seueu_t l amp eou_taiu_ing a small amount of mercury. Disposal of
these materials may be rsgula_;d in your community due No snviromnsntal coseidemfrioue. Fro'disposal or reDycling
iu_fm'matim_ please contact your flocafl a uthm'itise, m' the EIsetrm_iue h_duetu'iseAflHiance: w ww.sise.org_
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