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PRODUCT SAFETY SERVICING GUIDELINES FOR AUDIO-VIDEO PRODUCTS

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IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE

This manual was prepared for use only by properly trained audioevisual service
technicians

When servicing this product, under no circumstances should the original design
be modiﬁed or altered without permission from Zenith Electronics Corporation.
All components should be replaced only with types identical to those in the
original circuit and their physical location, wiring and lead dress must conform
to original layout upon completion of repairs,

Special components are also used to prevent x-radiation, shock and ﬁre hazard.
These components are indicated by the letter "x" included in their component
designators and are required to maintain safe performance. No deviations are
allowed without prior approval by Zenith Electronics Corporation.

Circuit diagrams may occasionally differ from the actual circuit used. This way,
implementation of the latest safety and performance improvement changes into
the set is not delayed until the new service literature is printed.

CAUTION: Do not attempt to modify this product in any way. Never perform
customized installations without manufacturer's approval. Unauthorized
modiﬁcations will not only void the wananty, but may lead to property damage
or user injury,

Service work should be performed only after you are thoroughly familiar with
these safety checks and servicing guidelines.

GRAPHIC SYMBOLS

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended
to alert the service personnel to important safety information in
the service literature.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the service personnel to the presence
of noninsulated dangerous voltage that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.

The pictorial representation of a fuse and its rating within an
equi lateral triangle is intended to convey to the service personnel
the Following fuse replacement caution notice:

CAUTION: FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST RISK OF FIRE,
REPLACE ALL FUSES WITH THE SAME TYPE AND RATING AS MARKED
NEAR EACH FUSE.

SERVICE INFORMATION

while servicing, use an isolation transformer for protection from AC line shock.
After the original service problem has been corrected, make a check of the
following:

FIRE AND SHOCK HAZARD

1. Be sure that all componean are positioned to avoid a possibility of adjacent
component shorts. This is especially important on items transported to and
from the repair shop.

2, Verify that all protective devices such as insulators, barriers, covers, shields,
strain reliefs, power supply cords, and other hardware have been reinstalled
per the original design. Be sure that the safety purpose of the polarized line
plug has not been defeated.

3. Soldering must be inspected to discover possible cold solder joints, solder
splashes, or sharp solder points. Be certain to remove all loose foreign par-
ticles.

Check for physical evidence of damage or deterioration to parts and compo-
nents, for frayed leads or damaged insulation (including the AC cord), and
replace if necessary.

5. No lead or component should touch a receiving tube or a resistor rated at 1
watt or more. Lead tension around protruding metal surfaces must be avoided.

6. After re-assembly of the set, always perform an AC leakage test on all ex-
posed melallic parts of the cabinet (the channel selector knobs. antenna
terminals, handle and screws) to be sure that set is safe to operate without
danger of electrical shock. DO NOT USE A LINE ISOLATION TRANSFORMER
DURING THIS TEST, Use an AC voltmeter having 5000 ohms per volt or more
sensitivity in the following manner: Connect a 1500 ohm, 10 watt resistor,
paralleled by a .15 mfd 150V AC type capacitor between a known
good earth ground water pipe, conduit, etc.) and the exposed metallic parts,
one at a time. Measure the AC voltage across the combination of 1500 ohm
resistor and .15 mfd capacitor. Reverse the AC plug by using a non-polarized
adaptor and repeat AC voltage measurements for each exposed metallic pa rt.
Voltage measured must not exceed 0.75 volts RMS. This corresponds to 0.5
milliamp AC. Any value exceeding this limit constitutes a potential shock
hazard and must be corrected immediately.

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X-RADIATIDN

1. Be sure procedures and instructions to all service personnel cover the subject
ofx»radiation. The only potential source of x-rays in current TV receivers is
the picture tube. However, this tube does not emit x-rays when the HV is at
the factony~specified level. The proper value is given in the applicable
schematic. Operation at higher voltages may cause a failure of the picture
tube or highrvoltage supply and, under certain circumstances may produce
radiation in excess of desirable levels.

2r Only factoryrspeciﬁed CRT anode connectors must be used.

3. It is essential that the service personnel have available an accurate and
reliable high~voltage meter.

4. When the high-voltage circuitry is operating properly. there is no possibility
ofan xrradiation problem. Every ti me a color chassis is serviced. the brightness
should be run up and down while monitoring the high voltage with a meter,
to be certain that the high voltage does not exceed the specified value and
that it is regulating correctly.

5. When troubleshooting and making test measurements in a product with a
problem of excessively high voltage, avoid being unnecessarily close to the
picture tube and the high voltage power supply. Do not operate the product
longer than necessary to locate the cause of excessive voltage.

6. Refer to HV, 3+, and shutdown adjustment procedures described in the
appropriate schematics and diagrams (where used).

IMPLOSION
1. All direct view picture tubes are equipped with an integral implosion
protection system; take care to avoid damage during installation.

2. Use only the recommended factory replacement tubes.

TIPS 0N PROPER INSTALLATION
1. Never installany receiver in a closed-in recess, cubbyhole, or closely ﬁtting
shelf space over, or close to, a heat duct, or in the path of heated air flow.

2. Avoid conditions of high humidity such as: outdoor patio installations where
dew is a factor, near steam radiators where steam leakage is a factor, etc.

3. Avoid placement where draperies may obstruct venting. The customer should
also avoid the use of decorative scarves or other coverings that mig ht obstruct
ventilation.

4. Wall- and shelfemounted installations using a commercial mounting kit must
follow the factory-approved mounting instructions. A product mounted to a
shelf or platform must retain its original feet (or the equivalent thickness in
spacers) to provide adequate air flow across the bottom. Bolts or screws
used for fasteners must not touch any parts or wiring. Perform leakage tests
on customized installations.

5. Caution customers against mounting a product on a sloping shelf or in a
tilted position, unless the receiver is properly secured.

6. A product on a roll-about cart should be stable in its mounting to the cart.
Caution the customer on the hazards of trying to roll a can: with small
casters across thresholds or deep pile carpets.

7. Caution customers against using a cart or stand that has not been listed by
Underwriters Laboratories, Inc, for use with its specific model of television
receiver or generically approved for use with TVs of the same or larger screen
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8. Caution customers against using extension cords. Explain that a forest of

extensions, sprouting from a single outlet, can lead to disastrous
consequences to home and family.

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