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I I. Lightning
For added protection for thisTV receiver during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattendedand unused for
longperiods of time, unplug it from the wait outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent
damageto theTV 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 linesor circuits. When 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.
13. Overloading
Do not overload wait 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 this TV receiver through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage
points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquidof any kind on theTV
receiver.
15. Outdoor
Antenna
Grounding
If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the TV
receiver, be sure the antenna or cable system isgrounded so as
to provide some protection againstvoltage surges and built-up
static charges.
Section 810 of the National Electrical Code,ANSI/NFPA No. 70-
1984,provides informationwith 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,
locationof antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding
electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.
16. Servicing
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Do not attempt to service this TV receiver yourself asopening or removing covers may expose you to danger-
ous voltage or other hazards. Refer atl servicing to qualified service personnel.
17. Damage
Requiring
Service
Unplug this TV receiver from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the follow-
ing conditions:
(a)
When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
(b) If
liquid has been spilled, or objects havefallen into theTV receiver.
(c) If theTV
receiver has been exposed to rain or water.
(d) If theTV
receiver does not operate normally by following the operating instructions, a djust onty those controls that are
covered by the operating instructionsas an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damageand witl
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 same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock or other hazards.
19. Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this TV receiver, ask the service technician to perform safety
checks to determine that the TV receiver isin safe operating condition.
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