Important Safety Instructions
CAUTION
Note to CATV system installer:
< Read all of these Instructions.This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installerOs attention
< Save these Instructions for later use.to Section 820-40 of the NEC which provides guidelines for proper
< Follow all Warnings and Instructions marked on the audiogrounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be
equipment.connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the
1) Read Instructions N All the safety and operating instructionspoint of cable entry as practical."
Preperationshould be read before the product is operated.
2) Retain Instructions N The safety and operating instructions should
Example of Antenna Grounding
be retained for future reference.as per National Electrical
ANTENNA
3) Heed Warnings N All warnings on the product and in the operatingCode, ANSI/NFPA 70LEAD IN
instructions should be adhered to.WIRE
4) Follow Instructions N All operating and use instructions should beGROUNDCLAMP
followed.ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
5) Cleaning N Unplug this product from the wall outlet before(NEC SECTION 810-20)
cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp
ELECTRIC
cloth for cleaning.SERVICE
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
6) Attachments N Do not use attachments not recommended by theEQUIPMENT(NEC SECTION 810-21)
product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.GROUND CLAMPS
ListeningtoCDs7) Water and Moisture N Do not use this product near water N forPOWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in aNEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE(NEC ART 250. PART H)
wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.
8) Accessories N Do not place this product on an unstable cart,
stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious15) Lightning N For added protection for this product during a
injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use onlylightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long
with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by theperiods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the
manufacturer, or sold with the product. Anyantenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product
mounting of the product should follow thedue to lightning and power-line surges.
manufacturerOs instructions, and should use a16) Power Lines N An outside antenna system should not be located
mounting accessory recommended by thein the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power
Listeningtotheradiomanufacturer.circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When
9) A product and cart combination should be movedinstalling an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken
with care. Quick stops, excessive force, andto keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with
uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination tothem might be fatal.
overturn.17) Overloading N Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or
integral convenience receptacles as this can result in risk of fire or
10) Ventilation N Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided forelectric shock.
ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to18) Object and Liquid Entry N Never push objects of any kind into
protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blockedthis product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage
or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing thepoints or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.
Listeningtotapesproduct on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This productNever spill liquid of any kind on the product.
should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or19) Servicing N Do not attempt to service this product yourself as
rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturerOsopening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or
instructions have been adhered to.other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
11) Power Sources N This product should be operated only from the20) Damage Requiring Service N Unplug this product from the wall
type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are notoutlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the
sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your productfollowing conditions:
dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate froma ) when the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.b ) if liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.
Recording12) Grounding or Polarization N This product may be equipped with ac ) if the product has been exposed to rain or water.
polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade widerd) if the product does not operate normally by following the
than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way.operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by
This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully intothe operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other
the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit,controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work
contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeatby a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal
the safety purpose of the polarized plug.operation.
13) Power-Cord Protection N Power-supply cords should be routede) if the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placedf) when the product exhibits a distinct change in performance _ this
upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs,indicates a need for service.
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the21) Replacement Parts N When replacement parts are required, be
product.sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by
Settingthetimer14) Outdoor Antenna Grounding N If an outside antenna or cablethe manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original
system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cablepart. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or
system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltageother hazards.
surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National22) Safety Check N Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard toproduct, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to
proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding ofdetermine that the product is in proper operating condition.
the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding23) Wall or Ceiling Mounting N The product should be mounted to a
conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection towall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.24) Heat N The product should be situated away from heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
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