❑Never block the slots and openings

by placing the set on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.

❑Never place the set in a confined

Antenna Grounding According to the NEC

Refer to section 54-300 of Canadian Electrical Code for Antenna Grounding.

space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet, unless proper ventilation is provided.

❑Do not place the set near or over a

radiator or heat register, or where it is exposed to direct sunlight.

Power-Cord Protection

Ground clamp

Electrical service equipment

NEC: National

Electrical Code

Antenna lead-in wire

Antenna lead-in wire (NEC Section 810-20)

Grounding conductors (NEC section 810-21)

Ground clamps

Power service grounding electrode system (NEC Art 250 Part H)

Do not allow anything to rest on or roll over the power cord, and do not place the set where the power cord is subject to wear or abuse.

AntennasOutdoor Antenna Grounding

If an outdoor antenna is installed, follow the precautions below. An outdoor antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can come in contact with such power lines or circuits.

WHEN INSTALLING AN OUTDOOR ANTENNA SYSTEM, EXTREME CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN TO KEEP FROM CONTACTING SUCH POWER LINES OR CIRCUITS AS CONTACT WITH THEM IS ALMOST INVARIABLY FATAL.

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 USA and Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code in Canada 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 electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

Lightning

For added protection for this television receiver 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 to the receiver due to lightning and power-line surges.

ServiceDamage Requiring Service

Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

❑ When the power cord or

plug is damaged or frayed. ❑ If liquid has been spilled into

the set.

❑ If the set has been exposed to rain or water.

❑ If the set has been subject to excessive shock by being dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged.

❑ If the set does not operate normally when following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls

that are specified in the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in

damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the set to normal operation.

❑When the set exhibits a distinct change in performance, it indicates a need for service.

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