IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Read First!11.Power Sources.This product should be operated18.Overloading. Do not overload wall outlets, extension
only from the type of power source indicated on thecords, or integral convenience receptacles, as this can
marking label. If you are not sure of the type of powerresult in a risk of fire or electric shock.
CAUTIONsupply to your home, consult your product dealer or19.Object and Liquid Entry. Never push objects of any
local power company. For products intended to operatekind into this product through openings, as they may
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
from battery power, or other sources, refer to thetouch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that
DO NOT OPEN
operating instructions.could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill
12.Grounding or Polarization.This product may beliquid of any kind on the product.
The lightning flash with arrowhead
symbol within an equilateral triangle is equipped with a polarized alternating-current-line plug20.Servicing. Do not attempt to service this product
intended to alert the user to the presence (a plug having one blade wider than the other).Thisyourself, as opening or removing covers may expose
of uninsulated Odangerous voltage� within
the productOs enclosure that may be of plug will fit into the power outlet only one way.This isyou to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of
a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plugservicing to qualified service personnel.
electric shock to persons.
fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug21.Damage Requiring Service. Unplug this product
The exclamation point within an
should still fail to fit, contact your electrician tofrom the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified
equilateral triangle is intended to alert the
user to the presence of important replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safetyservice personnel under the following conditions:
operating and maintenance (servicing)
purpose of the polarized plug.a. The power-supply cord or the plug has been
instructions in the literature accompanying
the appliance.13.Power-Cord Protection. Power-supply cords shoulddamaged; or
be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on orb. Objects have fallen onto, or liquid has been spilled
pinched by items placed upon or against them, payinginto, the product; or
1.Read Instructions. All the safety and operating
particular attention to cords at plugs, conveniencec. The product has been exposed to rain or water; or
instructions should be read before the product is
receptacles, and the point where they exit from thed. The product does not operate normally when
operated.
product.following the operating instructions.Adjust only those
2.Retain Instructions.The safety and operating
14.Nonuse Periods.The power cord of the productcontrols that are covered by the operating instructions,
instructions should be retained for future reference.
should be unplugged from the outlet when left unusedas an improper adjustment of other controls may
3.Heed Warnings. All warnings on the product and in
for long periods of time.result in damage and will often require extensive work
the operating instructions should be adhered to.
15.Outdoor Antenna Grounding. If an outside antennaby a qualified technician to restore the product to its
4.Follow Instructions. All operating and use
or cable system is connected to the product, be surenormal operation; or
instructions should be followed.
the antenna or cable system is grounded so as toe. The product has been dropped or damaged in any
5.Cleaning. Unplug this product from the wall outlet
provide some protection against voltage surges andway; or
before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol
built-up static charges.Article 810 of the Nationalf. The product exhibits a distinct change in
cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
Electrical Code,ANSI/NFPA 70, provides informationperformance; this indicates a need for service.
6.Attachments. Do not use attachments not
with regard to proper grounding of the mast and22.Replacement Parts. When replacement parts are
recommended by the product manufacturer,
supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire torequired, be sure the service technician has used
as they may cause hazards.
an antenna discharge unit, size of groundingreplacement parts specified by the manufacturer or
7.Water and Moisture.To reduce the risk of fire or
conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit,that have the same characteristics as the original
electric shock, do not use this product outdoors or
connection to grounding electrodes, and requirementspart. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
near water�for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl,
for the grounding electrode. See Figure A.electric shock or other hazards.
kitchen sink or laundry tub; in a wet basement; near a
16.Lightning. For added protection for this product23.Safety Check. Upon completion of any service or
swimming pool; or the like.
during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattendedrepairs to this product, ask the service technician to
8.Accessories. Do not place this product on an
and unused for long periods of time, unplug it fromperform safety checks to determine that the product is
unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table.The
the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cablein proper operating condition.
product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or
system.This will prevent damage to the product due to24.Wall or Ceiling Mounting.The product should be
adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only
lightning and power-line surges.mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by
with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table
17.Power Lines. An outside antenna system should notthe manufacturer.
recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the
be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or25.Heat.The product should be situated away from
product.Any mounting of the product should follow the
other electric light or power circuits, or where it canheat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves
manufacturerOs instructions, and should use a
fall into such power lines or circuits.When installingor other products (including amplifiers) that produce
mounting accessory recommended by the
an outside antenna system, extreme care should beheat.
manufacturer.
taken to keep from touching such power lines or
9.A Product and Cart Combination
circuits,as contact with them might be fatal.
Should Be Moved with Care. Quick
stops, excessive force and uneven
Figure A.
surfaces may cause the product and cart
Example of Antenna Grounding as per
combination to overturn.National ElectricalCode ANSI/NFPA 70
Antenna Lead-In Wire
10.Ventilation. Slots and openings in the cabinet are
provided for ventilation and to ensure reliableGround Clamp
operation of the product and to protect it from
Antenna Discharge Unit (NEC Section 810-20)
overheating, and these openings must not be blocked
or covered.The openings should never be blocked byGrounding Conductors (NEC Section 810-21)
placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other
similar surface.This product should not be placed in aElectric Service Equipment
built-in installation, such as a bookcase or rack,
Ground Clamps
unless proper ventilation is provided or the
manufacturerOs instructions have been adhered to.Power Service Grounding Electrode System
(NEC Art. 250, Part H)
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