IMPORTANT
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
M Note
to
CATV
system
installer:
This
reminderisprovided
to call
the
CA1V
system
instaJler's
attention to Section 820-40ofthe NEe which provides guidelines
for
proper
grounding
and,
in particular, specrries
that
the cable
ground
shall be
connected
to the
grounding
systemofthem
building!asclose
to
the
pointofcable entryaspraetkal.
15}
Lightning-For
added
protection
for
this
product
during
a
lightning storm,orwhen
it is left unattended and unused
for
long
periodsoftime, unplugitfrom the wall
outlet
and disconnect the
antenna
or
cable system.This wi!! prevent
damage
to the
product
due to lightning and power-line surges.
16)
Power
Lines-An
outside
antenna
system
should
not
be
located
in the
vicinity
of
overhead
power
linesorother electric
light
or
power
circuits,orwhere 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
circuitsascontact
with
them
might
be fatal.
17} Overloading - Do
not
overload
wall
outlets, extension cords,
or
integral convenience receptacles as this can result
in
a risk
of
fireorelectric shock.
18} Object and Liquid
Entry
..
Never push objectsofany kind
into
this
product
through
openingsasthey
may
touch
dangerous
voltage
pointsorshort-out
parts
that
could
result
in a
fire
or
electric
shoc~
Never spill liquidofany
kind on the product.
19)
Servicing·Donot attempt
to
service this
product
yourself
as
openingorremoving
covers
may
expose
youtodangerous
voltage or
other
hazards. Refer all servicingtoqualified service
personnel.
20) Damage Requiring
Service·
Unplug
this
product
from
the
wall
outlet
and
refer
servicingtoqualified
service
personnel
under
the
following
conditions:
a}
When the
power-supply
cordorplug
is damaged.
b}
If
liquid
has
been
spilled,
or
objects
have
fallen
into
the
product.
c}
Ifthe
product
has been
exposed
to rainorwater.
d) If the
product
does
not
operate
normallybyfollowing
the
operating
instructions.
Adjust
only
those
controls
that
are
covered by the operating instructionsasan
improper
adjustment
of
other
controls
may
resultindamage
and
will
often
require
extensive
workbya qualified techniciantorestore the
product
to
its normal operation.
e)ifthe product has been
droppedordamaged in any
way.
f} when the
product
exhibits a
distinct
change in performance-this
indicates
8 need
for
service.
21)
Replacement Parts..When replacement parts are required,
be
sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified
by
the
manufacturerorhave
the
same
characteristicsasthe
original
part.
Unauthorized
substitutions
may
resultinfire,
electric shock,orother
hazards.
22)
Safety Check
..
Upon
completionofany serviceorrepairs to
this
product
ask the service techniciantoperform
safety checks
to determine
that
the
product
is in
proper
operating condition.
23)
Wall or Ceiling
Mounting
- The
product
shouldbemounted
to
a wall
or
ceiLing
onlyasrecommended
by the manufacturer.
24)
Heat-The
product
should be situated
away
from
heat sources
suchasradiators,
heat
registers,
stoves,orother
products
(including amplifiers)
that
produce heat.
ANTENNA
LEAD
\N
WffiE
ANTENNA
OtSCHAAGE UNIT
(NEe
SECTION 310.20)
MEC-NATIONAl ELECTRICAL CODE
ExampleofAntenna Grounding
as
per
National
Electrical
Code,
ANSVNFPA
70
10}
Ventilation
- Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided
for
ventilation
andtoensure reliable operationofthe
product
and
to
protectitfrom
overheating, and these openings
must
not
be
blocked
or
covered. The
openings
should
never be blocked
by
placing
the
product
on a bed, sofa, rug,orother
sim
ilar
surface.
This
product
should
not
be placed in a built-in installation such
as
a bookcaseorrack unless
proper
ventilationisprovidedorthe
manufacturers
instructions have been adhered to.
11}
Power Sources - This
product
shouldbeoperated
only
from
the
typeofpower
source indicated on the marking
labeL
If
you
are
not
sureofthe
type
of
power
supplytoyour
home,
consult
your
product
dealerorlocal
power
company.
For
products
intendedtooperate
from
battery
power,orother
sources, refer
to
the
operating
instructions.
12)
GroundingorPolarization
-
This
product
may
be equipped
with a polarized alternating-eurrent line plug
(a
plug having one
blade
wider
than the other). This plug
will
fit
into
the
power
outlet
only
one way. This is a safety feature.1fyou
are unable to insert
the
plug
fuBy
into
the
outlet
try
reversing the plug. If the plug
should
still fait
to
fit,
contact
your
electrician
to
replace
your
obsolete outlet. Do
not
defeat the safety purpOseofthe
polarized
plug.
13}
Power-Cord
Protection-Power-supply
cords
should
be
routed so
that
they
are
not
likelytobe walked onorpinched
by
items placed
upon
or
against them, paying particular attention to
cords
at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
point
where they
exit
from
the
prod uct.
14)
Outdoor
Antenna
Grounding
-Ifan
outside antennaorcable
system is connected
to
the product, be sure the antennaorcalbe
systemisgroundedsoastoprovide
some
protection
against
voltage
surges
and
built-up
static
charges.
Article
810ofthe
National
Electrical Code,
ANSl/NFPA
70,
provides
information
with
regardtoproper
grounding
of
the
mast
and
supporting
structure,
groundingofthe lead-in
wiretoan
antenna discharge
unit, size
of
grounding
conductors, locationofantenna-dlscharge
unit,
connectiontogrounding
electrodes, and requirements
for
the
grounding
electrode.
CAUTION:
• Read allofthese instructions.
• Save
these
instructions
for
later use.
•
Follow
all
warnings
and instructions marked on
the
audio equip-
ment.
1) Read instructions -
All
the safety and operating instructions
sheukibe
-fea'€iooforethe-pfoduatisG-fJeratee.
2}
Retain
instructions-The
safety
and
operating
instructions
shouldberetained
for
future
reference.
3)
Heed
Warnings
- All
warnings
on the
product
and in the operat-
ing
instructions
shouldbeadhered to.
4)
Follow
Instructions
- All operating and use instructions should
be
followed.
5)
Cleaning-Unplug
this
product
from
the
wall
outlet
before
cleaning. Do
not
use
liquid
cleanersoraerosol cleaners. Use a
damp
cloth
for
cleaning.
6)
Attachments
- Do
not
use attachments not recommended by
the
product
manufacturerasthey
may
cause hazards.
7)
Water
and
Moisture
- Do not use this
product
near water-for
example,
near a bath tub, wash
bowl,
kitchen sink,
or
laundry
tub;
in a
wet
basement;ornear a
swimming
pool; and the like.
8l
Accessories - Do
not
place this
productonan
unstable cart,
stand,
tripod,
bracket,ortable.
The
product
may
fall,
causing
serious
injurytoa
childoradult,
and
serious
damagetothe
product.
Use
only
with
a cart,
stand,
tripod,
bracket,
or
table
recommendedbythe manufacturer,orsold
with
the product.
Any
mountingofthe
product
should
follow
the
manufacturer's
instructions, and
should
use a
mounting
accessory recommend-
edbythe
manufacturer.
9}Aproduct
and cart
combination
should be
moved
with
care.
Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces
may
cause the
product
and
cart
combination
to overturn.
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