Panasonic OmniVision PV-QV200, Service Manual, Page: 2 / 136

There are special components used in this equipment which are
important for safety. These parts are marked by in the
Schematic Diagrams, Circuit BoardLayout, Exploded Views and
Replacement Parts List. It is essential that these critical parts
should be replaced with manufacturer's specified parts to prevent
shock, fire or other hazards. Do not modify the original design
without permissionof manufacturer.
2. An Isolation Transformer should always be used during the
servicing of VCR whose chassis is not isolated from the AC
power line. Use a transformer of adequate power rating as this
protects the technician fromaccidents resulting in personal injury
from electrical shocks. It will also protect VCR from being
damaged by accidental shorting that may occur during servicing.
3. When servicing, observe the original lead dress. If a short circuit
is found, replace all parts which have been overheated or
damaged by the short circuit.
4. After servicing, see to it that all the protective devices such as
insulation barriers, insulation papers shields are properly
installed.
5. After servicing, make the following leakage current checks to
prevent the customer from being exposed to shock hazards.
LEAKAGE CURRENT COLD CHECK
1. Unplug the AC cord and connect a jumper between the two
prongs on the plug.
2. Measure the resistance value, with an ohmmeter, between the
jumpered AC plug and each exposed metallic cabinet part on the
equipment such as screwheads, connectors, control shafts, etc.
When the exposed metallicpart has a return path to the chassis,
the reading should be between 1 M and 5.2 M . When the
exposed metal does not have a return path to the chassis, the
reading must be infinity.
LEAKAGE CURRENT HOT CHECK
(See figure 1.)
1. Plug the AC cord directly into the AC outlet. Do not use an
isolation transformer for this check.