Mitsubishi Electronics VS-45607 manual Lightning, Power Lines, Object and Liquid Entry, Servicing

I I. Lightning

For added protection for thisTV receiver during a lightningstorm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damageto the TV receiver due to lightning and power-line surges.

12.Power Lines

An outside antenna system should not be locatedin the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installingan outside antenna system,extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

13.Overloading

Do not overload walt outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

14.Object and Liquid Entry

Never push objects of any kind into thisTV receiver through openings as they maytouch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on theTV receiver.

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING

15.Outdoor Antenna Grounding

If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the TV receiver, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some

protection againstvoltage surges and built-up static charges.

LEAD IN WIRE

Section 810 of the National Electrical Code,ANSI/NFPA	(NEC SECTION 810-20)
	GROUNDING
70-1984, provides information with respect to proper
	CONDUCTORS

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, con-	:_.POWER	SERVIC E GROUNDING
nection to	grounding	electrodes,	and requirements for the		ELECTRODE SYSTEM
grounding	electrode.		NEC -- NATIONAL	ELECTRICAL CODE	(NEC ART 250, PART H)

16.Servicing

Do not attempt to service this TV receiver yourself asopening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

17.Damage Requiring Service

Unplug thisTV receiver from the walt outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

(a)When the power-supply cord or plug isdamaged.

(b)If liquid has been spilled,or objects havefallen into the TV receiver.

(c)If theTV receiver has beenexposed to rain or water.

(d)If the TV receiver does not operate normally by following the operating instructions,adjust only those

controls that are covered by the operating instructionsasan improper adjustment of other controls may result in damageand will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore theTV receiver to its normal operation.

(e) If theTV receiver has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.

(f)When theTV receiver exhibits a distinct change in performance -- this indicatesa need for service.

18. Replacement Parts

When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the samecharacteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

19.Safety Check

Upon completion of anyservice or repairs to this TV receiver, askthe service technician to perform safety checksto determine that the TV receiver isin safeoperating condition.