SAFETY INSTRUCTION
1. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions shouldgrounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit,
be read before the product is operated.connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the
2. Retain instructions - The safety and operating instructions shouldgrounding electrode. See Figure 1.
be retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the product and in the operatingFigure 1ENGLISH
instructions should be adhered to.Example of antenna grounding as per
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70ANTENNA
4. Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions should beLEAD IN
WIRE
followed.
GROUND
5. Cleaning - Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning.CLAMP
Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for
cleaning.ANTENNADISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
6. Attachments - Do not use attachments not recommended by the
product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.ELECTRIC
SERVICE
7. Water and Moisture - Do not use this product near water - forEQUIPMENTGROUNDING CONDUCTORS(NEC SECTION 810-21)
example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; inGROUND CLAMPS
a wet basement, or near a swimming pool; and the like.POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
8. Accessories - Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand,(NEC ART 250, PART H)NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury
to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with
a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the15. Lightning - For added protection for this product during a lightning
manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the productstorm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of
should follow the manufacturerOs instructions, and should use atime, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or
mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to
9. A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quicklightning and power-line surges.
stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces16. Power Lines - An outside antenna system should not be located in
may cause the product and cart combinationthe vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power
to overturn.circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When
10. Ventilation - Slots and openings in theinstalling an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken
cabinet are provided for ventilation and toto keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with
ensure reliable operation of the product andthem might be fatal.
to protect it from overheating, and these17. Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or
openings must not be blocked or covered.PORTABLE CART WARNINGintegral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire
The openings should never be blocked byor electric shock.
placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface.18. Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects of any kind into this
This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as aproduct through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage
bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or thepoints or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.
manufacturerOs instructions have been adhered to.Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
11. Power Sources - This product should be operated only from the19. Servicing - Do not attempt to service this product yourself as
type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are notopening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage
sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your productor other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate20. Damage Requiring Service - Unplug this product form the wall
from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operatingoutlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the
instructions.following conditions:
12. Grounding or Polarization - This product may be equipped with aa) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged,
polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one bladeb) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product,
wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only onec) If the product has been exposed to rain or water,
way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plugd) If the product does not operate normally by following the
fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still failoperating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are
to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do notcovered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment
defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.of other controls may result in damage and will often require
Alternate Warnings - This product is equipped with a three-wireextensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to
grounding-type plug, a plug having a third(grounding) pin. This plugits normal operation.
will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. this is a safetye) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way, and
feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contactf) When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance - this
your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat theindicates a need for service.
safety purpose of the grounding-type plug.21. Replacement Parts - When replacement parts are required, be
13. Power-Cord Protection - Power-supply cords should be routed sosure the service technician has used replacement parts specified
that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placedby the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the
upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs,original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from theshock, or other hazards.
product.22. Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
14. Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna or cableproduct, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to
system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cabledetermine that the product is in proper operating condition.
system is grounded so as to provide some protection against23. Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The product should be mounted to a
voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of thewall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with24. Heat - The product should be situated away from heat sources
regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure,such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products
grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
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