318) If an outside antenna is connected to the television equipment,be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to providesome protection against voltage surges and built up staticcharges. In the U.S. Section 810-21 of the National ElectricalCode provides information with respect to proper groundingof the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-inwire to an antenna discharge unit, size of groundingconductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection togrounding electrodes, and requirements for the groundingelectrode.19) An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinityof overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits,or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. Wheninstalling an outside antenna system extreme care should betaken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits ascontact with them might be fatal.20) Unplug this LCD TV from the wall outlet, and refer servicingto qualified service personnel under the following conditions:a. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.b. If liquid has been spilled into the LCD TV.c. If the LCD TV has been exposed to rain or water.d. If the LCD TV does not operate normally by following the operating instructions.Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as improper adjustment of other controlsmay result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the LCD TV to normaloperation.e. If the LCD TV has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.f . When the LCD TV exhibits a distinct change in performance - this indicates a need for service.21)When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by themanufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,electric shock, or other hazards.22) WARNING : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TORAIN OR MOISTURE.DO NOT PLACE LIQUID CONTAINERS (FLOWER VASES, CUPS, COSMETICS, ETC.) ABOVE THESET. (INCLUDING ON SHELVES ABOVE, ETC.)23) WARNING : SMALL PARTS CAN PRESENT CHOKING HAZARD IF ACCIDENTALLY SWALLOWED.KEEP SMALL PARTS AWAY FROM YOUNG CHILDREN.DISCARD UNNEEDED SMALL PARTS AND OTHER OBJECTS, INCLUDING PACKAGINGMATERIALS AND PLASTIC BAGS/SHEETS TO PREVENT THEM FROM BEING PLAYED WITH BYYOUNG CHILDREN, CREATING THE POTENTIAL RISK OF SUFFOCATION.24) CAUTION : TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE THIS PLUG WITH A RECEPTACLE OR OTHEROUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.25) CAUTION : USE WITH OTHER STAND MAY RESULT IN INSTABILITY POSSIBLY CAUSING INJURY.26) CAUTION : DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED. REPLACE ONLY WITH THESAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE.Important Safety Instructions■ This product utilizes tin-lead solder, and has a fluorescent lamp containing a small amount of mercury.Disposal of these materials may be regulated in your community due to environmental considerations.For disposal or recycling information please contact your local authorities, or the ElectronicsIndustries Alliance: www.eiae.org.NOTE: • This equipment is designed to operate in North America and other countries where the broadcasting systemand AC house current is exactly the same as in North America.ANTENNADISCHARGE UNIT(NEC SECTION 810-20)GROUNDINGCONDUCTORS(NEC SECTION 810-21)GROUND CLAMPSGROUND CLAMPANTENNALEAD-IN WIREPOWER SERVICEGROUNDINGELECTRODE SYSTEM(NEC ART 250, PART H)ELECTRICSERVICEEQUIPMENTEXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER(NEC) NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE