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32LG40 Power Up Problem

Apr 21, 2013 6:37AM PDT

Upon clicking the TV on button, the power on blinks and it may be anywhere from 1 minute to 20 minutes or so before the set turns on. This has been happening for several weeks. Now it does not turn on at all. It seems that the problem is probably in the high voltage circuit, possibly the capacitor. The set is about three years old. Would it seem feasible to have the set repaired or to just look at buying a new set?

Thanks for your help or advise.

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Well discussed.
Apr 21, 2013 9:01AM PDT

The bad cap plague appears to match the symptom.

But here's where it gets hairy. If the device is left in service the symptom will eventually cause more damage and a 20 bucks in parts balloons to more than the set is worth.

And let's be very clear here. ALWAYS call it in as some makers do not want to spend time in court over such a well publicized plague.
Bob

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Sorry I forgot to offer the advice.
Apr 21, 2013 9:03AM PDT

Please unplug and remove from service till it's fixed. Continued use can result in a total failure that some makers will not cover. Well discussed why so I'll stop here.