IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 5

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

yyDo not expose to dripping or splashing and

U.S.A. provides information with respect to

do not place objects filled with liquids, such

proper grounding of the mast and supporting

as vases, cups, etc. on or over the apparatus

structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to

(e.g. on shelves above the unit).

an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

conductors, location of antenna discharge

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

unit, connection to grounding electrodes and

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

requirements for the grounding electrode.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Antenna grounding according to the National

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

yyGrounding

Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ensure that you connect the earth ground

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Antenna Lead in Wire

wire to prevent possible electric shock

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(i.e. a TV with a three-prong grounded AC

Ground Clamp

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

plug must be connected to a three-prong

 

 

 

 

 

 

Antenna Discharge Unit

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Electric Service

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(NEC Section 810-20)

grounded AC outlet). If grounding methods

Equipment

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Grounding Conductor

are not possible, have a qualified electrician

Ground Clamp

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(NEC Section 810-21)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Power Service Grounding

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

install a separate circuit breaker. Do not try to

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Electrode System

NEC: National Electrical Code

(NEC Art 250, Part H)

ground the unit by connecting it to telephone

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

wires, lightening rods, or gas pipes.

yyCleaning

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

When cleaning, unplug the power cord and

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

wipe gently with a soft cloth to prevent

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Power Supply

scratching. Do not spray water or other

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

liquids directly on the TV as electric shock

 

 

Short-circuit Breaker

 

 

may occur. Do not clean with chemicals

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

yyDISCONNECTING DEVICE FROM THE MAIN

such as alcohol, thinners or benzine.

yyMoving

 

 

POWER

 

 

The power outlet must remain readily

Make sure the product is turned off,

accessed in the event the device needs to

unplugged and all cables have been

be unplugged.

removed. It may take 2 or more people to

yyAs long as this unit is connected to the AC

carry larger TVs. Do not press or put stress

on the front panel of the TV.

 

 

wall outlet, it is not disconnected from the

 

 

yyVentilation

 

 

AC power source even if the unit is turned

 

 

off.

Install your TV where there is proper

yyDo not attempt to modify this product in any

ventilation. Do not install in a confined

space such as a bookcase. Do not cover the

way without written authorization from LG

product with cloth or other materials while

Electronics. Unauthorized modification could

plugged. Do not install in excessively dusty

void the user’s authority to operate this

places.

 

 

product.

 

 

yyIf you smell smoke or other odors coming

yyANTENNAS Outdoor antenna grounding

from the TV, unplug the power cord and

(Can differ by country):

contact an authorized service center.

If an outdoor antenna is installed, follow

yyDo not press strongly upon the panel with

the precautions below. An outdoor antenna

system should not be located in the vicinity

your hand or a sharp object such as a nail,

of overhead power lines or other electric light

pencil or pen, or make a scratch on it.

or power circuits, or where it can come in

yyKeep the product away from direct sunlight.

contact with such power lines or circuits as

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

death or serious injury can occur. 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 (NEC) in the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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