IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION:"Note to CATV system installer:
ORead all of these Instructions.This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installerOs attention to
OSave these Instructions for later use.Section 820-40 of the NEC which provides guidelines for proper ground-
OFollow all Warnings and Instructions marked on the audio ing and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected
equipment.to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable
entry as practical.
1) Read Instructions N All the safety and operating instructions should
be read before the product is operated.
2) Retain Instructions N The safety and operating instructions shouldExample of Antenna Grounding as per
be retained for future reference.National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70
3) Heed Warnings N All warnings on the product and in the operating
instructions should be adhered to.
4) Follow Instructions N All operating and use instructions should be
ANTENNA
followed.LEAD IN
5) Cleaning N Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning.WIRE
Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth forGROUND
cleaning.CLAMP
6) Attachments N Do not use attachments not recommended by the
product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
7) Water and Moisture N Do not use this product near water _ for(NEC SECTION 810-20)
example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in aELECTRIC
SERVICE
wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.EQUIPMENTGROUNDING CONDUCTORS
8) Accessories N Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand,(NEC SECTION 810-21)
tripod, bracket, or table.The product may fall, causing serious injury to aGROUND CLAMPS
child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart,POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or(NEC ART 250. PART H)
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
sold with the product.Any mounting of the product should follow the man-
ufacturerOs instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recom-
mended by the manufacturer.
9) A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick
stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and
15) Lightning N For added protection for this product during a lightning
cart combination to overturn.
storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time,
unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable sys-
tem.This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-
line surges.
16) Power Lines N An outside antenna system should not be located in
the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power cir-
cuits, or where 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 circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
17) Overloading N Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or
integral convenience receptacles as this can result in risk of fire or elec-
tric shock.
18) Object and Liquid Entry N Never push objects of any kind into this
product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points
10) Ventilation N Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided foror short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill
ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect
liquid of any kind on the product.
it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered.
19) Servicing N Do not attempt to service this product yourself as
The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed,
opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or
sofa, rug, or other similar surface.This product should not be placed in aother hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation20) Damage Requiring Service N Unplug this product from the wall
is provided or the manufacturerOs instructions have been adhered to.
outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the follow-
11) Power Sources N This product should be operated only from the
ing conditions:
type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not surea) when the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer orb) if liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.
local power company. For products intended to operate from batteryc) if the product has been exposed to rain or water.
power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.d) if the product does not operate normally by following the operating
12) Grounding or Polarization N This product may be equipped with a
instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating
polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider
instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in
than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. Thisdamage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to
is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet,restore the product to its normal operation.
try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your elec-
e) if the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
trician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose_
f ) when the product exhibits a distinct change in performance this indi-
of the polarized plug.
cates a need for service.
13) Power-Cord Protection N Power-supply cords should be routed so21) Replacement Parts N When replacement parts are required, be
that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed uponsure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the
or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, conve-
manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part.
nience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other haz-
14) Outdoor Antenna Grounding N If an outside antenna or cable sys-
ards.
tem is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is
22) Safety Check N Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges andproduct, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to deter-
built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code,
mine that the product is in proper operating condition.
ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of
23) Wall or Ceiling Mounting N The product should be mounted to a
the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an
wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of anten-
24) Heat N The product should be situated away from heat sources
na-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirementssuch as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including
for the grounding electrode.
amplifiers) that produce heat.
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