Samsung CXE1931 Owner Instructions - Page 4

2 SAFETY l Use only a grounded or polarized outlet. For your safety, this TV/VCR is equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug having one blade wider than the other. This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug still does not fit, contact your electrician to replace your outlet. l Protect the power cord. Power supply cords should be routed so that they are unlikely to be walked on or pinched by items placed on or against them. Pay particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the unit. l Unplug the TV/VCR from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system during a lightning storm or when left unattended and unused for long periods of time. This will prevent damage to the unit due to lightning and power-line surges. l Avoid overhead power lines. An outside antenna system should not be placed m 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, be extremely careful to keep from touching the power lines or circuits. Contact with such lines can be fatal. l Do not overload the wall outlet or extension cords. Overloading can result in fire or electric shock. l Do not insert foreign objects through openings in the unit, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or damage parts. Never spill liquid of any kind on the TV/VCR. l Ground outdoor antennas. If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the TV receiver, be sure the EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDI antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 81.0 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, 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 NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE ANTENNA DlSCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20) (NEC ART 250 PART H) l Do not attempt to service the TV/VCR yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Unplug the unit from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions. - when the power-supply cord or plug is damaged - if liquid has been spilled on the unit or if objects have fallen into the unit - if the TV/VCR has been exposed to rain or water - If the TV/VCR does not operate normally by following the operating instructions - if the TV/VCR has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged - when the TV/VCR exhibits a distinct change in performance If you make adjustments yourself, adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Adjusting other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the TV/VCR to normal. l When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or those that have the same characteristics as the original part Unauthorized substitutions may result in additional damage to the unit. l Upon completion of any service or repairs to this TV/VCR, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the TV/VCR is in a safe operating condition.