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MAINTENANCE
AND ,TROUBLESHOOTING-
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CARING
FOR YOUR
TV
Your TV will look better, have a longer life, and perform
better if you care for it properly.
_k
irst, check to see that the TV is off. For added
safety, unplug the TV from the power outlet.
Note: If you unplug your TV, you may ihave to re-
set the clock to the current time.
Cabinet Care
Non-Wood Cabinet or Cabinet Components
Moisten a soft cloth with a mild soap solution. Wipe the surface
with a damp cloth. Then rinse the cloth in clean wa_r and wipe
the surface again. Allow the TV to air-dry before turning it on.
Wood Cabinets or Cabinet Components
Use any good furniture cleaner and polish. Regular care will
help preserve the finish.
Picture Glass Cleaning
The picture tube face a_'acts dust particles and should be
cleaned regularly. To clean the face, spray a small amount of
glass cleaner on a cloth and wipe the glass face until clean.
Repeat if necessary.
To prevent dust accumulation, wet a soft cloth in lukewarm
water mixed with a little fabric softener or a mild soap
solution. Wring the cloth almost dry. Wipe the glass face.
Make sure no drops of moisture are squeezed onto the glass.
Do not wipe the glass dry. Allow the glass to air-dry before
you turn the TV on again.
EXTENDED
ABSENCE
Before an extended absence (such as a vacation) you may want
to unplug the power cord from the electrical wall outlet. This
will protect the TV from possible damage from lightning or
power line surges. If you have an outdoor antenna, you may
also want to disconnect the antenna lead-in wires on the back
of the TV.
Note: If you unplug your TV, you may have to reset: the clock
to the current time.
"IV PICTURE
INTERFERENCE
Your TV picture may be affected by interference such asi
Speckled or Streaked Picture
Can be caused by nearby automobile ignition, electrical appli-
ances, etc. Most noticeable in weak signal areas.
Snow in Picture
Caused by insufficient signal. Usually caused by the TV being
located too far from the TV station or by improper antenna
installation.
Ghosts or Reflections
Caused by signals being reflected from surrounding buildings,
water tanks, or other high structures.
Radio Signal
Caused by police, amateur, or CB radio transmitters.
These interference problems can often be corrected by using a
better antenna, signal amplifiers, cr various fi_ter (tevice_. See
your TV dealer for additional information and available TV
accessories.
VIDEO
GAMES
AND
OTHER
FIXED
PATTERN
DISPLA
Y CAUTION
If you use your TV for video games or other fixed displays,
avoid setting the Brightness control for an excessively bright
picture. A fixed display is any imzLgethat doe:._n't change fie-
quently, such as a channel/network identification or other sym-
bol that remains in the same locatioa for long periods of time. A
bright, fixed pattern, if left on for long period:_ of time, can re-
sult in a permanent imprint on the TV picture tube. You can re-
duce this possibility by alternatin[; the use of _thefixed pattern
display with normal TV picture viewing, by tua-ningdown the
Contrast control for sustained fixed pattern use, and by turning off
the fixed pattern display when not i:ause.
RECORD
MODEL
NUMBER
OF YOUR
"IV
The model and serial numbers of your new TV are located on the
back of the TV cabinet. For your future conveniencx_and protec-
tion, we suggest that you record these numbers here:
Model No.
Serial No.
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