MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING
CARING FOR YOUR TV
Your TV will look better, have a longer life and perform
better if you care for it properly.
First check to see that the TV is off. For added
safety, unplug the TV from the power outlet.
NOTE: If you unplug your TV, you will have to
reset the clock to the current time.
Picture Glass Cleaning
The picture tube face attracts dust particles and should be
cleaned regularly. To clean the face, spray a small amount
of glass cleaner on a cleaning cloth and wipe the picture
tube glass face until clean. Repeat if necessary.
To delay new dust accumulation, wet a soft cloth in
lukewarm water in which a little fabric softener or Ivor3"
dishwa_hing detergent has been mixed. Wring the cloth al-
most dry. Wipe the glass face. Make sure no drops of mois-
ture are squeezed onto the glass. Do not wipe the glass dry.
Allow the glass to air-dry before you turn the TV on again.
Cabinet Care
Non-Wood Cabinet or Cabinet Components: Moisten a
soft cloth with a mild soap solution or Ivory dishwashing
detergent. Wipe the surface with a damp cloth. Then rinsc
the cloth in clean water and wipe the surface again. Allo_
the TV to air-dry before turning it on.
Wood Cabinets or Cabinet Components: Use any good fur-
niture cleaner and poll., h. Regular care will help preserve
the finish.
EXTENDED ABSENCE
Bek_rc: an extended absence (such as a vacation) you may
want to unplug the TV from the outlet. This will protect the
TV from possible damage from lightning or power line sur-
ges. If you have an outdoor antenna, you may also want to
disconnect the antenna lead-in wires on the back of the TV.
NOTE: If you unplug your TV, you will have to reset the
clock to the current time.
TV PICTURE INTERFERENCE
Your TV picture may be affected bv interference caused by
one or a number of factors.
Nearby Automobile Ignition, Electrical Appliances:
Produces a speckled, streaked picture, most noticeable in
weak signal areas.
Snow in Picture: Caused by weak signal being received.
Usually caused by the TV being located too far from the
TV station or by an improper antenna installation.
Ghosts or Reflection,s: Caused by signals being reflected
from surrounding buildings, water tanks, or other high strt
tures.
Radio Signal: Rolling picture, hen'ingbone pattern or tot
picture caused by po rice, amateur or CB radio transmitter
These interference problems can often be corrected
through the use of a _etter antenna, signal amplifier, or
various filter devices. See your TV dealer for additional in
formation, and for available TV accessories.
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