Zenith SM3547R Operating Manual & Warranty

Zenith SM3547R Operating Manual & Warranty Manual pdf 38 page image

MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTINGCARING FOR YOUR TVYour TV will look better, have a longer life and perform betterif you care for it properly.First check to see that the TV is off. For added_ afety, unplug the TV from the power outlet.NOTE: If you unplug your TV, you will have toreset the clock to the current time.Picture Glass CleaningThe picture tube face attracts dust particles and should becleaned regularly. To clean the face, spray a small amount ofglass cleaner on a cleaning cloth and wipe the picture tubeglass face until clean. Repeat if necessary.To delay new dust accumulation, wet a soft cloth in lukewarmwater in which a little fabric softener or Ivory dishwashing de-tergent has been mixed. Wring the cloth almost dry. Wipe theglass face. Make sure no drops of moisture are squeezed ontothe glass. Do not wipe the glass dry. Allow the glass to air-drybefore you turn the TV on again.Cabinet CareNon-Wood Cabinet or Cabinet Components.Moisten a soft cloth with a mild soap solution or Ivory dish-washing detergent. Wipe the surface with a damp cloth. Thenrinse the cloth in clean water and wipe the surface again. Al-low the TV to air-dry before turning it on.Wood Cabinets or Cabinet Components.Use any good furniture cleaner and polish. Regular care willhelp preserve the finish.EXTENDED ABSENCEBefore an extended absence (such as a vacation) you maywant to unplug the power cord from the electrical wall outlet.This will protect the TV from possible damage from lightningor power line surges. If you have an outdoor antenna, you mayalso want to disconnect the antenna lead-in wires on the backof the TV.NOTE: If you unplug your TV, you will have to reset theclock to the current time.TV PICTURE INTERFERENCEYour TV picture may be affected by interference caused byone or a number of factors. These include:Nearby Automobile Ignition, Electrical Appliances, etc.Which causes a speckled, streaked picture. This is most notice-able in weak signal areas.Snow in Picture Caused by insufficient signal. Usuallycaused by the TV being located too far from the TV station orby an improper antenna installation.Ghosts or Reflections Caused by signals being reflectedfrom surrounding buildings, water tanks, or other high struc-tures.Radio Signal Police, amateur or CB radio transmitters maycause interference.These interference problems can often be corrected throughthe use of a better antenna, signal amplifiers, or various filterdevices. See your TV dealer for additional information, andavailable TV accessories.CSCArtE2 12 -- 1