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PROTECTION AND LOCATION OF YOUR TELEVISION SET
12. Do not use the television set
near water, for example, near a
bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink,
or
laundry
tub,
in
a
wet
basement, or near a swimming
pool, etc.
•
Never expose the set to rain or
water.
If the set has been
exposed to rain or water,
unplug set from wall outlet and
refer
to
qualified
service
personnel.
13. Choose a place where light
(artificial or sunlight) does not
shine directly on the screen.
PROTECTION AND LOCATION OF YOUR TELEVISION SET
16. 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
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
electrode, and requirements for
the grounding electrode.
16-1. Note to CATV system installer:
(Only for television sets 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.
OPERATION OF YOUR TELEVISION SET
19. This television set should be
operated only from the type of
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
instructions.
IF THE TELEVISION SET DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY
22.
If you are unable to restore
normal operation by following
the detailed procedure in your
operating instructions, do not
attempt
any
further
adjustments.
Unplug the set
and call 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 hazards.
Important
14. Avoid
dusty
places,
since
accumulated dust inside the
chassis may cause failure of the
set when high humidity persists.
15. The set has slots or openings in
the
cabinet
for
ventilation
purposes which provide reliable
operation of the receiver and
protect the TV from overheating.
These openings must not be
blocked or covered.
•
Never cover the slots or
openings with cloth or other
material.
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL
CODE INSTRUCTIONS.
20. If the television set does not
operate normally by following the
operating instructions, unplug
the television set from the wall
outlet and refer servicing to
qualified
service
personnel.
Adjust only those controls that
are covered in the instructions
as improper adjustment of other
controls may result in damage
and will often require extensive
work by a qualified service
technician
to
restore
the
television
set
to
normal
operation.
23. Whenever the television set is
damaged or fails, or if there is a
distinct change in performance
that indicates a need for service,
unplug the set and have it
checked by a qualified service
technician.
26. 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
original
part.
Unauthorized
substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock, or other hazards.
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•
Never
block
the
bottom
ventilation slots of the set by
placing it on a bed, sofa, rug,
etc.
•
Never place the set near or
over a radiator or heat register.
•
Never place the set in a "built-
in" enclosure, unless proper
ventilation is provided.
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 added protection for the
television set during a lightning
storm, or when it is unused for
long periods of time, unplug it
from
the
wall
outlet
and
disconnect antenna.
This will
prevent damage due to lightning
and power-line surges.
21. If your television set is to remain
unused for a period of time,
(such as when going on a
holiday), turn the television set
OFF and unplug it from the wall
outlet.
24. It is normal for some television
sets
to
make
occasional
snapping or popping sounds,
particularly when being turned on
or off. If the snapping or popping
is continuous or frequent, unplug
the set and consult your dealer or
service technician.
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 television is in
safe operating condition.
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