Symphonic TVCR13F1W Owner's Manual - Page 3

FIGURE A EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE GROUND CLAMP ANTENNA LEAD IN WI RE ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20) ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE 52898A GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21) GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H) 13. Outdoor Antenna grounding-If an outside antenna or 19. Damage Requiring Service-Unplug this TV/VCR from cable system is connected to the TV/VCR, be sure the the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some personnel under the following conditions: protection against voltage surges and built-up static a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged or charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, frayed. ANSI/NFPA No. 70, provides information with respect to b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, TV/VCR. grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, c. If the TVIVCR has been exposed to rain or water. size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-dis- d. If the TV/VCR does not operate normally by following charge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and re- the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that quirements for the grounding electrode. (Fig. A) are covered by the operating instructions, as improper 14. Lightning-For added protection for this TV/VCR re- adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will ceiver during a lightning storm, or when it is left unat- often require extensive work by a qualified technician to tended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from restore the TV/VCR to its normal operation. the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. e. If the TV/VCR has been dropped or damaged in any way. This will prevent damage to the TV/VCR due to lightning f. When the TV/VCR exhibits a distinct change in perform- and power-line surges. ance-this indicates a need for service. 15. 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. 16. Overloading-Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. 17. Object and Liquid Entry-Never push objects of any kind into this TV/VCR through openings 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 TV/VCR. 20. Replacement Parts-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, injury to persons or other hazards. 21. Safety Check-Upon completion of any service or repairs to this TV/VCR, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks to determine that the TV/VCR is in proper operating condition. 22. Heat-This TV/VCR product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 18. Servicing-Do not attempt to service this TV/VCR yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. - 3 - EN 5L01