Panasonic TC-L42ET5 Safety Precautions, Secure Ventilation, Important Safety Instructions TV set

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM

(NEC ART 250, PART H)

Safety Precautions

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover or back. No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

The lightning flash with arrowhead within a triangle is intended to tell the user that parts inside the product are a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within a triangle is intended to tell the user that important operating and servicing instructions are in the papers with the appliance.

Note to CATV System Installer

This reminder is provided to direct 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.

Secure Ventilation

Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation, and to ensure reliable operation of the LCD TV and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. There should be at least 10 cm of space around the TV. The openings should never be blocked by placing the LCD TV on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. This LCD TV should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase unless proper ventilation is provided.

Important Safety Instructions (TV set)

1)Read these instructions.

2)Keep these instructions.

3)Heed all warnings.

4)Follow all instructions.

5)Do not use this apparatus near water.

6)Clean only with dry cloth.

7)Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8)Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9)Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10)Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11)Only use attachments / accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12)Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.

When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart / apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. 13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into

the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

15)Operate only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your television dealer or local power company.

16)Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the LCD TV.

17)Never push objects of any kind into this LCD TV through cabinet

slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts	EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA
that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any	GROUNDING AS PER
kind on the LCD TV.	(NEC) NATIONAL	ANTENNA
18) If an outside antenna is connected to the television equipment,	ELECTRICAL
	CODE	LEAD-IN WIRE
be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some
	GROUND CLAMP
protection against voltage surges and built up static charges.
		ANTENNA
In the U.S. Section 810-21 of the National Electrical Code
provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast	ELECTRIC	DISCHARGE UNIT
		(NEC SECTION 810-20)
and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an	SERVICE
		GROUNDING
antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of	EQUIPMENT
antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and		CONDUCTORS
		(NEC SECTION 810-21)
requirements for the grounding electrode.
		GROUND CLAMPS

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