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5. Ventilation
IMPORTANT PRODUCT
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for
ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the product
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSand to protect it from overheating, these openings must
not be blocked or covered.
Electrical energy can perform many useful func-YDo not block the openings by placing the product on
tions. But improper use can result in potentiala bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.
electrical shock or fire hazards. This product hasYDo not place the product in a built-in installation
such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation
been engineered and manufactured to assure your
is provided or the manufacturerOs instructions have
personal safety. In order not to defeat the built-in
been adhered to.
safeguards, observe the following basic rules for its
installation, use and servicing.6. Wall or Ceiling Mounting
The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling
ATTENTION:only as recommended by the manufacturer.
Follow and obey all warnings and instructions
marked on your product and its operating instruc-
ANTENNA INSTALLATION
tions. For your safety, please read all the safety and
operating instructions before you operate thisINSTRUCTIONS
product and keep this manual for future reference.
1. Outdoor Antenna Grounding
If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to
the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is
INSTALLATION
grounded so as to provide some protection against
voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810
1. Grounding or Polarization
of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70,
(A) Your product may be equipped with a polarized
provides information with regard to proper grounding
alternating-current line plug (a plug having one
of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the
blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into
lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of
the power outlet only one way. This is a safety
grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge
feature.
unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and
If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the
requirements for the grounding electrode.
outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still
fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your2. Lightning
obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose ofFor added protection for this product during a lightning
the polarized plug.storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long
(B) Your product may be equipped with a 3-wireperiods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and
grounding-type plug, a plug having a thirddisconnect the antenna or cable system. This will
(grounding) pin. This plug will only fit into aprevent damage to the product due to lightning and
grounding-type power outlet. This is a safetypower-line surges.
feature.3. Power Lines
If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet,
An outside antenna system should not be located in the
contact your electrician to replace your obsolete
vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light
outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of theor power circuits, or where it can fall into such power
grounding-type plug.
lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna
2. Power Sourcessystem, extreme care should be taken to keep from
Operate your product only from the type of powertouching such power lines or circuits as contact with
source indicated on the marking label. If you are notthem might be fatal.
sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER
your product dealer or local power company. If your
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70
product is intended to operate from battery power, or
other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
ANTENNA
3. OverloadingLEAD IN WIRE
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or
integral convenience receptacles as this can result in aGROUND CLAMP
risk of fire or electric shock.
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
4. Power Cord Protection(NEC SECTION
810-20)
Power supply cords should be routed so that they areELECTRIC SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
upon or against them, paying particular attention to(NEC SECTION 810-21)
cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the product.GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250. PART H)
NEC � NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE |
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