Sony FD Trinitron WEGA KV-32HS500 Operating Instructions Manual page 4

Ventilatio_r
7he slots and openings in the cabinet and in the back or bottom m'e
provided for necessary ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of
the set, and {o protect it from overheating, these slots and openings
must never be blocked or covered.
3 Never cover the slots and openings with a
cloth or other materials. _p
3 Never block the slots and openings by
placing the set on a bed, sofa, rug or other
similar surface.
Never place the set in a confined space, such
as a bookcase, or bui]tan cabinet, unless
proper venti]aBon is provided.
Do not place the set near or over a radiator
or heat register, or where it is exposed to
direct sunlight.
Power Cord Protection
Do not allow anything to rest on or roll over the
power cord, and do not place time set where the
I[_i
power cord is subject to wear or abuse.
Antennas
Outdoor Antenna Grounding
If aimoutdoor antenna is instMled, follow lhe precautions below. An
outdoor an[enna syslem should not be ]oca_ed in lbe vicinity of
overhead power Iine£ or other electric light or power circuit_, or
where it can come h_ contact with sud_ power lines or circuits
WHEN INSTALLING AN 0 UTILK)OR ANTENNA SYSTEM,
EXTREME CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN TO KEEP FROM
CONTACTING SUCH POWER LINES OR CIRCUITS AS
CONTACT WITII TtfEM IS ALMOST INVARIABLY FATAL.
Be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some
protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges
Section 810 of the National Electrical Code (NEC) in USA and
Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code in Canada provide
informaBon with respect to proper grounding of the mast and
supporting structure, grounding of the ]eadqn wire to an antenna
discharge unit, size of grounding co_duclors, location of antenna
discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and
requirements for the grounding electrode.
Antenna Grounding According to the National
E_estrical Code, ANS_/NFPA70
Groundclamp
ElectricseMce
equipment
NEC:Nat0na lecNcal Code
i ounding conductors
(NECSection810 21)
Ground camps
,_- PuwerserwcegrouTdir _ electrode
system{NECA_ 20 Part b)
Lightning
]'or added protection for this television receiver during a lightning
storm, or when it is ]eft unattended and unused for long periods of
timo, unplug it from the wall outJel and disconnecl g_e antonna.
This will prevont damage to the receiver due to lightning and
power line surge_
Service
Damage Requiring Service
Unplug the set from the wall outlet and rr4er servicing to qualified
service personne] under the fo]lowing conditions:
When lbe power cord or plug
damagod orfrayed.
If liquid has been spilled into
the set or objects have fallen into the
product¸
If the set has been exposed lo rain or
water.
If the set has been subject to excessive
shock by being dropped, or the cabinet
has been damaged
If the set doe_ not operate normally when
following the operating instructions.
Adjust only those controls lbat are
specified in g_e operating instructions.
Improper adjustment of other controls
may result in damage and will often
require extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore the set to normal
operation.
When the se_ exhibits a distinct change in performance, it
indicates a need for service
Servicing
Do not attmnpt to service the set }ourself since
opening the cabinet may expose you lo dangerous
voltage or other hazards. Refer all ser_ icing to
qualified service personnel
Rep_a(ement
Parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure lhe
service [echnician certifies in writing that he has
used replacement partb specified by the
manufacturer that have the same characteristics as
the original parts.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or
other haaards.
Upon corn p]etion of any service or repairs to the
set, ask the service technician to perform routine
safer} checks (as specified by the manufacturer) to
determine that the set is in safe operating
condition, and to so certify. When the set reaches
the end of its useful life, improper disposal could
result in a picture tube implosion Ask a qualified
service technician to dispose of the set.
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