SAFETY TIPS
PROTECTION AND LOCATION OF YOUR TELEVISION
connection to grounding electrode, and requirements for the grounding electrode.
(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.
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
GROUND
CLAMP
ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION
ELECTRIC
SERVICE EQUIPMENT
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC PART 250 PART H)
NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE INSTRUCTIONS.
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 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
OPERATION OF YOUR TELEVISION
19. This television 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 dealer or local power company. For televisions designed to operate from battery power, refer to the operating instructions.
20.If the television does not operate normally by following the operating instructions, unplug the television
from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to | qualified | service | |
personnel. | Adjust only | those | |
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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 to normal operation.
21.If your television is to remain unused for a period of time, (such as when going on a holiday), turn
the television OFF and unplug it from the wall outlet.
IF THE TELEVISION DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY
22. If you | are unable to | restore |
| 23. Whenever the television is | |
normal | operation by following |
| damaged or fails, or if there is a | ||
the detailed procedure | in | your | distinct change in performance | ||
operating instructions, | do | not |
| that indicates a need for service, | |
attempt any further adjustments. |
| unplug the television and have it | |||
Unplug the television and call |
| checked by a qualified service | |||
your dealer or service technician. |
| technician. | |||
24.It is normal for some televisions 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.
FOR SERVICING AND MODIFICATION
25.Do not use attachments not recommended by the television manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
26.If 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 television, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks to determine that the television is in safe operating condition.
PICTURE CAUTIONS
Picture Burn Prevention
¥Continuous
¥When using
Public Viewing of Copyrighted Material
Public viewing of programs broadcast by TV stations and cable companies, as well as programs from other sources, may require prior authorization from the broadcaster or owner of the video program material.
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