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SAFETY TIPS
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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 television in a built-in enclosure unless proper ventilation provided.
PROTECTION AND LOCATION OF YOUR TELEVISION
16-1 If an outside antenna is connected to the television , 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.
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE INSTRUCTIONS.
16-2 Note to CATV system installer: (Only for television with CATV
reception) This reminder is provided to call the 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
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