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13. Outdoor Antenna grounding - If an outside antenna or
cable system is connected to the TV/VCR/DVD, be sure
the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide
some protection against voltage surges and built-up static
charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA No. 70, 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-dis-
charge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and
requirements for the grounding electrode. (Fig. A)
14. Lightning - For added protection for this TV/VCR/DVD
receiver during a lightning storm, or when it is left unat-
tended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from
the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable sys-
tem. This will prevent damage to the TV/VCR/DVD due to
lightning and power-line surges.
15. Power Lines - An outside antenna system should not be
located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other
electric light of power circuits, or where it can fall into such
power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna
system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touch-
ing such power lines or circuits as contact with them might
be fatal.
16. Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets and extension
cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
17. Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects of any kind
into this TV/VCR/DVD through openings as they may
touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that
could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of
any kind on the TV/VCR/DVD.
18. Servicing - Do not attempt to service this TV/VCR/DVD
yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you
to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing
to qualified service personnel.
19. Damage Requiring Service - Unplug this TV/VCR/DVD
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 or
frayed.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the
TV/VCR/DVD.
c. If the TV/VCR/DVD has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the TV/VCR/DVD does not operate normally by follow-
ing the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls
that are covered by the operating instructions, as
improper adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and will often require extensive work by a qual-
ified technician to restore the TV/VCR/DVD to its normal
operation.
e. If the TV/VCR/DVD has been dropped or damaged in
any way.
f. When the TV/VCR/DVD exhibits a distinct change in
performance-this indicates a need for service.
20. Replacement Parts - When replacement parts are
required, be sure the service technician uses replacement
parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same
characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitu-
tions may result in fire, electric shock, injury to persons or
other hazards.
21. Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or repairs
to this TV/VCR/DVD, ask the service technician to perform
routine safety checks to determine that the TV/VCR/DVD
is in proper operating condition.
22. Heat - This TV/VCR/DVD product should be situated away
from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that pro-
duce heat.
FIGURE A
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
GROUND
CLAMP
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
S 2 8 9 8 A
GROUND CLAMPS
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
IMPOR
T
ANT SAFETY INSTR
UCTIONS
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