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Important Safety Instructions
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Important Safety Instructions
10. Lightning
For added protection for this TV 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 or cable system.
This will protect the TV from damage due to lightning and power-line surge.
11. Power Lines
An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other
electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. Where 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.
12. Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
13. Object and Liquid Entry
Never push any kinds of object into this TV through openings as they may come up against
dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in fire or electric shock. Never spill any
kinds of liquid on or into the TV.
14. Outdoor Antenna Grounding
If an outside antenna or cable system is connected with the TV, be sure the antenna or cable system
is grounded so as to provide protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section
810 of the National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984,provides information with respect to
proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead in wire to an antenna
discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.
15. Servicing
Do not attempt to service this TV yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
16. Damage Requiring Service
Unplug the TV from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:
(a) When the power - supply cord or plug is damaged.
(b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the TV.
(c) If the TV has been exposed to rain or water.
(d) If the TV operates abnormally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls
that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result
in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualifi ed technician to restore the TV to its
normal operation.
(e) If the TV has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
17. Replacement Parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized
substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.
18. Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repair to the TV, ask the service technician to perform safety
checks to determine that the TV is in safe operating condition.
19. Heat
The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other products (including amplifiers) that product heat.
20. Attention
Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.