11) Grounding or Polarization ? This video unit may be
Important Safeguardsequipped with either a polarized 2-wire AC (Alternating
Current) line plug (a plug having one blade wider than
the other) or 3-wire grounding type plug, a plug having a
1 ) Read Instructions ? All the safety and operating third (grounding) pin.
instructions should be read before the unit is operated.The 2-wire polarized plug will fit into the power outlet
2 ) Retain Instructions ? The safety and operating only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable
instructions should be retained for future reference.to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the
3 ) Heed Warnings ? All warnings on the unit and in the plug. If the plug still fails to fit, contact your electrician to
operating instructions should be adhered to.replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety
4 ) Follow Instructions ? All operating and maintenance purpose of the polarized plug.
instructions should be followed.The 3-wire grounding type plug will fit into a grounding
5 ) Cleaning ? Unplug this video unit from the wall outlet type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are
before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your
Use a dry cloth for cleaning.electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat
6 ) Attachments ? Do not use attachments not the safety purpose of the grounding type plug.
recommended by the video product manufacturer as 12) Power-Cord Protection ? Power-supply cords should be
they may be hazardous.routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or
7 ) Water and Moisture ? Do not use this video unit near pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying
water- for example near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen particular attention to cords of plugs, convenience
sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a receptacles, and the point where they exit from the unit.
swimming pool, and the like.13) Outdoor Antenna Grounding ? If an outside antenna or
8 ) Accessories ? Do not place this video unit on an cable system is connected to the video unit, be sure the
unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The video antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide
unit may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, some protection against voltage surges and built-up
and serious damage to the unit. Use only with a cart, static charges. Part 1 of the Canadian Electrical Code, in
stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the USA Section 810 of the National Electrical Code,
manufacturer, or sold with the video unit. Any mounting provides information with respect to proper grounding of
of the unit should follow the manufacturer?s instructions the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead
and should use a mounting in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding
accessory recommended by the conductors, location of antenna discharge unit,
manufacturer. An appliance and connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements
cart combination should be for the grounding electrode.
moved with care. Quick stops,
excessive force, and uneven
surfaces may cause the ANTENNA
LEAD IN
appliance and cart combination WIRE
to overturn.
GROUND
9 ) Ventilation ? Slots and openings in the cabinet are CLAMP
provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation
ANTENNA
of the video unit and to protect it from overheating. DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810 - 20)
These openings must not be blocked or covered. Never ELECTRIC
place the video unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar EQUIPMENTSERVICE
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
surface, or near or over a radiator or heat register. This (NEC SECTION 810 - 21)
video unit should not be placed in a built-in installation GROUND CLAMPS
such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
provided or the manufacturer?s instructions have been NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE(NEC ART 250, PARTH)
adhered to.
14) Lightning ? For added protection of this video unit
10) Power Sources ? This video unit should be operated
receiver during a lightning storm, or when it is left
only from the type of power source indicated on the
unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug
marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power
it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or
supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or
cable system. This will prevent damage to the video unit
local power company. For video units intended to be
that may be caused by lightning and power-line surges.
operated from battery power, or other sources, refer to
15) Power Lines ? An outside antenna system should not
the operating instructions.
be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other
electric light or power circuits, 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.
16) Overloading ? Do not overload wall outlets and
extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or
electric shock.
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