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PROTECTION
AND LOCATION OF YOUR SET
16-1. If an outside antenna is connected to the television
set, 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, NFPA No. 70-1975,
provides
informa-
tion with respect
to proper grounding of the mast and supporting
structure, grounding of the lead-wire to an antenna discharge unit,
size of grounding conductors, location
of antenna discharge, con-
nection to grounding electrode,
and requirements for the grounding
electrode,
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EXAMPLE
OF ANTENNA
GROUNDING
AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL
CODE INSTRUCTIONS.
16-2.
Note to CATV system Installer:
(Only for the television set with CATV reception)
This reminder
is provided to call CATV system
installer'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 close to the point of cable entry
as practical.
17. 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
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. For adeed protection
for this television set during
a lightning storm, or when
It is left unattended
and unused for long periods of time, unplug it
from the well outlet and disconnect antenna. This
will prevent damage due to lightning
and power-
line surges.
IMPORTANT
OPERATION
OFYOUR
SET
19.This
television set should be operated
only from the
power source Indicated on the marking label. If you
are not sure of the type of power
supply at your
home, consult your television dealer or local power
company.
For television sets designed to operate
from battery power,
refer to the operating instruc-
tions.
20. If the television
set does not operate normally by
following
the operating
instructions, unplug this
television set from the well outlet and refer servic-
ing to qualified
service
personnel.
Adjust only
those controls that are covered in the operating
instructions and Improper adjustment of other con-
trols may result In damage and will often require
extensive work by a qualified technician to restore
the television set to normal operation.
21. When going on a holiday: If your television set is to
remain unused for a period of time, turn the televi-
sion set "OFF" and unplug it from the well outlet.
IF THE SET DOES NOT OPERATE
PROPERLY
22. If you are unable to restore normal operation by fol-
lowing the detailed
procedure
in your
operating
instructions,
do not attempt
any further adjust-
ments.
Unplug the set and call your dealer or ser-
vice technician.
23. Whenever the television set Is damaged or falls, or
a distinct change in performance indicates a need
for service,
unplug the set end have It checked by
a professional service technician.
24. It is normal for soma TV sets to make occasional
snapping or popping
sounds,
particularly
when
being turned on _ off., If the snapping or popping
Is continuous or frequent, unplug the set and con-
sult your dealer or service technician.
FOR SERVICING
AND MODIFICATION
25. Do not use attachments
not recommended
by the
television set manufacturer as they may cause haz-
ards.
26. When replacement
parts are required, be sure the
service
technician
has
used
replacement
parts
specified by the manufacturer
that have the ssme
characteristics
as the original part,
Unauthorized
substitutions may result in fire, electric
shock, or
other hazards.
27. Upon completion
of any service or repairs to the
television set. ask the service technician to perform
routine safety checks to determine that the televi-
sion is in sate operating condition.
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