IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read before operating equipment
1. Read these instructions.B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the appli-
2. Keep these instructions.ance; or
C. The appliance has been exposed to rain; or
3. Heed all warnings.
D. The appliance does not appear to operate normally or
4. Follow all instructions.exhibits a marked change in performance; or
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.E. The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.17. Tilt/Stability- All televisions must comply with recommended
7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordanceinternational global safety standards for tilt and stability properties
with the manufacturers instructions.of its cabinet design.
Y Do not compromise these design standards by applying exces-
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat regis-
ters, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that producesive pull force to the front, or top, of the cabinet which could ulti-
mately overturn the product.
heat.
Y Also, do not endanger yourself, or children, by placing electron-
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-
ic equipment/toys on the top of the cabinet. Such items could
type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than
unsuspectingly fall from the top of the set and cause product dam-
the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and third ground-
age and/or personal injury.
ing prong. The wide blade or third prong are provided for your
safety. When the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, con-18. Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The appliance should be mounted to
a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
sult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particu-19. Power Lines - An outdoor antenna should be located away from
power lines.
larly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they
exit from the apparatus.20. Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna is connect-
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturered to the receiver., be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to
provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static
12.Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
charges.
specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the app-
aratus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving Section 810 of the National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-
1984, provides information with respect to proper grounding of
the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused forthe mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to
an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding connectors, location
long periods of time.
of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure below.
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such
as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled21. Object and Liquid Entry- Care should be taken so that objects
do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through
or objects have fallen into apparatus, the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normallyopenings., or has
been dropped.22. Battery Usage CAUTION - To prevent battery leakage that may
15. This product may contain lead and mercury. Disposal of theseresult in bodily injury, property damage, or damage to the unit:
materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations.
Y Install all batteries correctly, with + and - aligned as marked on
For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local
the unit.
authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance: www.eiae.org
Y Do not mix batteries (old and new or carbon and alkaline, etc.).
16. Damage Requiring Service - The appliance should be serviced
by qualified service personnel when:Y Remove batteries when the unit is not used for a long time.
A. The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or
Note to the CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC
that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the
building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
Example of Antenna Grounding
as per NEC - National Electric Code
GROUND CLAMP
ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE
ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H)
ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT
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