Protection and Location of Your SET

IMPORTANT

16-1. If an outside antenna is connected to the PC ready color 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.

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE INSTRUCTIONS.

16-2. Note to CATV system installer:

(Only for PC ready color television sets with CATV reception) This reminder is provided to call CATV system installers 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 added protection for the PC ready color television set during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna. This will prevent damage due to lightning and power-line surges.

OPERATION OF YOUR SET

19.The PC ready color 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 sets designed to operate from battery power, refer to the operating instructions.

	20. If the PC ready color television set does not operate
	normally by following the operating instructions, unplug
	the PC ready color television set from the wall outlet and
	the PC ready color television set from the wall outlet and
	refer servicing to qualified service personnel. Adjust only
	those controls that are covered in the operating
	instructions as improper adjustment of other controls
	may result in damage and will often require extensive
	work by a qualified technician to restore the PC ready
	color television set to normal operation.

21.If your PC ready color television set is to remain unused for a period of time, (such as when going on a holiday), turn the PC ready color television set OFF and unplug it from the wall outlet.

IF THE SET DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY

23. Whenever the PC ready color 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 professional service

22. If you are unable to restore normal operation by

technician.

following the detailed procedure in your operating

instructions, do not attempt any further adjustments.

24. It is normal for some PC ready color television sets to

Unplug the set and call your dealer or service

technician.

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.

FOR SERVICING AND MODIFICATION

25.Do not use attachments not recommended by the PC ready color television set manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

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.

27.Upon completion of any service or repairs to the PC ready color television set, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks to determine that the PC ready color television is in safe operating condition.