Safety information
• For added protection for this television during a lightning storm, or when it is left
unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the power outlet and
disconnect it from the antenna or cable system. This prevents damage to the television
due to lightning and power line surges.
• Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords, because overloading can cause a fire
or electric shock.
• Never push objects of any kind into this television through slots in the case, 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 television.
• Do not attempt to service this television yourself, because opening or removing covers
may expose you to dangerous voltages or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified
service technicians.
• Unplug this television from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service
technicians under the following conditions:
• When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
• If liquid has been spilled into the television.
• If the television has been exposed to rain or water.
• If the television does not operate normally by following the operating instructions.
• If the television has been dropped or the case has been damaged.
• When the television exhibits a distinct change in performance.
• When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used
replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as
the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other
hazards.
• Upon completion of any service or repairs to this television, ask the service technician
to perform routine safety checks to determine that the television is safe to operate.
Warning: For continued safety, replace safety-critical components only with parts
Note to cable television system installer
This reminder is provided to call the cable television system installer's attention to Section
820 40 of the NEC which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies
that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to
the point of cable entry as practical.
Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, because
incorrect adjustment of other controls may result in damage and often requires
extensive work by a qualified technician to restore normal operation.
recommended by the manufacturer (refer to service literature).
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