Sony KE-42XS910 - Manual (Page 8)

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Antenna Grounding According to the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70
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.
Service
Damage Requiring Service
Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel under the following conditions:
s When the power cord or plug
is damaged or frayed.
s If liquid has been spilled into
the set.
s If the set has been exposed to rain or water.
s If the set has been subject to excessive shock by
being dropped, or the cabinet has been
damaged.
s 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.
s When the set exhibits a distinct change in
performance, it indicates a need for service.
Servicing
Do not attempt to service the set yourself since opening the
cabinet may expose you to dangerous voltage or other
hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Replacement Parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service
technician certifies in writing that he has used
replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that
have the same characteristics as the original parts.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric
shock or other hazards.
Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to the set, ask the
service technician to perform routine safety checks (as
specified by the manufacturer) to determine that the set is in
safe operating condition, and to so certify. When the set
reaches the end of its useful life, improper disposal could
result in a picture tube implosion. Ask a qualified service
technician to dispose of the set.
For Safety
Be careful when moving the TV
When you place the TV in position, be careful
not to drop it on your foot or fingers.
Watch your footing while installing the TV.
Carry the TV in the specified manner
If you carry the TV in a manner other than specified and without the
specified number of persons, it may drop and a serious injury may be
caused. Be sure to follow the instructions mentioned below.
s Carry the TV with the specified number of persons.
s Do not carry the TV holding the speaker grill.
s Hold the TV tightly when carrying it.
Others
Damage requiring service
If the surface of the display unit cracks, do not touch it until you unplug the
AC power cord.
Otherwise electric shock may result.
Moisture
Do not let this unit get wet. It may result in electric shock or damage the
unit.
Electric shock
Do not touch the unit with a wet hand.
Doing so may cause electric shock or damage to the unit.
Broken pieces
Do not throw anything at the unit.
The screen glass may explode by the impact and cause serious injury.
Cable wiring
Take care not to catch your feet on the cables. It may damage the unit.
Heat
Do not touch the display surface.
It remains hot, even for some time after the TV unit is turned off.
Antenna lead-in wire
Antenna discharge unit
(NEC Section 810-20)
Grounding conductors
(NEC Section 810-21)
Ground clamps
Power service grounding
electrode system
(NEC Art 250 Part H)
Ground clamps
Electric service
equipment
NEC: National Electrical Code