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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS, continued
12. Power Lines
An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or
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 touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be
fatal.
13. Overloading
Do not overload wall 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 LCD Flat Panel HDTV through openings as they may touch dangerous
voltage points or short-out parts that could result in fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on or into
the LCD Flat Panel HDTV.
15. Outdoor Antenna Grounding
If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the LCD Flat
Panel HDTV, 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 Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-2002,
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
discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements
for the grounding electrode.
16. Servicing
Do not attempt to service this LCD Flat Panel HDTV yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
17. Damage Requiring Service
Unplug the LCD Flat Panel HDTV 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.
(b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the LCD Flat Panel HDTV.
(c) If the LCD Flat Panel HDTV has been exposed to rain or water.
(d) If the LCD Flat Panel HDTV does not operate normally by following the operating instructions, adjust only those
controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result
in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the LCD Flat Panel HDTV
to its normal operation.
(e) If the LCD Flat Panel HDTV has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
(f) When the LCD Flat Panel HDTV exhibits a distinct change in performance - this indicates a 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 repair to the LCD Flat Panel HDTV, ask the service technician to perform safety
checks to determine that the LCD Flat Panel HDTV is in safe operating condition.
20. Heat
The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other products
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
ANT E NNA
LE AD IN W IR E
ANT E NNA
DIS C HAR G E UNIT
(NE C AR T IC LE 810-20)
G R OUNDING
C ONDUC T OR S
(NE C AR T IC LE 810-21)
G R OUND C LAMP S
P OW E R S E R V IC E G R OUNDING
E LE C T R ODE S Y S T E M
(NE C AR T 250, P AR T H)
G R OUND C LAMP
E LE C T R IC
S E R V IC E
E QUIP ME NT
NE C — NAT IONAL E LE C T R IC AL C ODE
E X AMP LE OF ANT E NNA G R OUNDING
