Sony KLV-S32A10 Operating Instructions - Page 8

Placing on a stable surface If you place the unit on an unstable surface, the unit may fall and cause injury or damage. Fall Do not hang anything on the unit. The unit may fall from the stand or wall-mount bracket, causing damage or serious injury. AC power cord Unplug the AC power cord when moving the unit. Do not move the unit with the AC power cord plugged in. It may damage the AC power cord and result in fire or electric shock. Do not allow anything to rest on or roll over the power cord, and do not place the unit where the power cord is subject to wear or abuse. Antennas Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outdoor antenna is installed, follow the precautions below. An outdoor antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can come in contact with such power lines or circuits. WHEN INSTALLING AN OUTDOOR ANTENNA SYSTEM, EXTREME CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN TO KEEP FROM CONTACTING SUCH POWER LINES OR CIRCUITS AS CONTACT WITH THEM IS ALMOST INVARIABLY FATAL. Be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code (NEC) in USA and Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code in Canada 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. Antenna Grounding According to the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 Ground clamps Antenna lead-in wire Electric service equipment NEC: National Electrical Code 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) Lightning For added protection for this TV 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 unit 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 unit. s If the surface of the TV cracks, do not touch it, unplug the AC power cord. s If the unit has been exposed to rain or water. s If the unit has been subjected to excessive shock by being dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged. s If the unit 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 unit to normal operation. s When the unit exhibits a distinct change in performance, it indicates need for service. Servicing Do not attempt to service the unit yourself since opening the cabinet may expose you to dangerous voltages 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/she 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 unit, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks (as specified by the manufacturer) to determine that the unit is in safe operating condition, and to so certify. Ask a qualified service technician to dispose of the unit. 8