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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 functions.YDo not block the openings by placing the product on a
But improper use can result in potential electricalbed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.
shock or fire hazards. This product has beenYDo not place the product in a built-in installation such
as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is
engineered and manufactured to assure your
provided or the manufacturerOs instructions have been
personal safety. In order not to defeat the built-in
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 only
ATTENTION:as recommended by the manufacturer.
Follow and obey all warnings and instructions
marked on your product and its operating instruc-
tions. For your safety, please read all the safety andANTENNA INSTALLATION
operating instructions before you operate this
INSTRUCTIONS
product and keep this manual for future reference.
1. Outdoor Antenna Grounding
If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the
INSTALLATIONproduct, be sure the antenna or cable system is
grounded so as to provide some protection against
1. Grounding or Polarizationvoltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of
(A) Your product may be equipped with a polarizedthe National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides
alternating-current line plug (a plug having one bladeinformation with regard to proper grounding of the mast
wider than the other). This plug will fit into theand supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire
power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature.to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding
If you are unable to insert the plug fully into theconductors, location of antenna discharge unit,
outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should stillconnection to grounding electrodes, and requirements
fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace yourfor the grounding electrode.
obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of
2. Lightning
the polarized plug.
For added protection for this product during a lightning
(B) Your product may be equipped with a 3-wirestorm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long
grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (ground-periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and
ing) pin. This plug will only fit into a grounding-typedisconnect the antenna or cable system. This will
power outlet. This is a safety feature.prevent damage to the product due to lightning and
If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet,power-line surges.
contact your electrician to replace your obsolete
3. Power Lines
outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
grounding-type plug.An outside antenna system should not be located in the
vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or
2. Power Sourcespower circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines
Operate your product only from the type of poweror circuits. When installing an outside antenna system,
source indicated on the marking label. If you are notextreme care should be taken to keep from touching
sure of the type of power supply to your home, consultsuch power lines or circuits as contact with them might
your product dealer or local power company. If yourbe fatal.
product is intended to operate from battery power, or
other sources, refer to the operating instructions.EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70
3. Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral
convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fireANTENNA
LEAD IN WIRE
or electric shock.
4. Power Cord ProtectionGROUND CLAMP
Power supply cords should be routed so that they areANTENNA
not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placedDISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION
upon or against them, paying particular attention to
ELECTRIC SERVICE810-20)
cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the pointEQUIPMENT
where they exit from the product.GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250. PART H)
NEC � NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE |
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