Important Safety Instructions
Note to CATV system installer:
CAUTION
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installerOs attention to
Section 820-40 of the NEC which 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
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Example of Antenna Grounding
as per National Electrical
1) Read Instructions N All the safety and operating instructions shouldANTENNA
Code, ANSI/NFPA 70LEAD IN
be read before the product is operated.WIRE
GROUND
2) Retain Instructions N The safety and operating instructions shouldCLAMP
be retained for future reference.ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
3) Heed Warnings N All warnings on the product and in the operating(NEC SECTION 810-20)
instructions should be adhered to.ELECTRIC
SERVICE
4) Follow Instructions N All operating and use instructions should beGROUNDING CONDUCTORSEQUIPMENT
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
followed.
GROUND CLAMPS
5) Cleaning N Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning.POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth forNEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE(NEC ART 250. PART H)
cleaning.
6) Attachments N Do not use attachments not recommended by the
15) Lightning N For added protection for this product during a lightning
product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time,
7) Water and Moisture N Do not use this product near water N for
unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable
example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a
system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and
wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.
power-line surges.
8) Accessories N Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand,
16) Power Lines N An outside antenna system should not be located in
tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to
the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power
a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a
circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When
cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer,
installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to
or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the
keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them
manufacturerOs instructions, and should use a
might be fatal.
mounting accessory recommended by the
17) Overloading N Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or
manufacturer.
integral convenience receptacles as this can result in risk of fire or
9) A product and cart combination should be
electric shock.
moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force,
18) Object and Liquid Entry N Never push objects of any kind into this
and uneven surfaces may cause the product and
product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points
cart combination to overturn.
or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill
liquid of any kind on the product.
10) Ventilation N Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for
19) Servicing N Do not attempt to service this product yourself as
ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to
opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or
protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or
other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product
20) Damage Requiring Service N Unplug this product from the wall
on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be
outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the
placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless
following conditions:
proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturerOs instructions have
a ) when the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
been adhered to.
b ) if liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.
11) Power Sources N This product should be operated only from the
c ) if the product has been exposed to rain or water.
type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure
d ) if the product does not operate normally by following the operating
of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer
instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the
or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery
operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may
power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified
12) Grounding or Polarization N This product may be equipped with a
technician to restore the product to its normal operation.
polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider
e ) if the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This
f ) when the product exhibits a distinct change in performance _ this
is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the
indicates a need for service.
outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact
21) Replacement Parts N When replacement parts are required, be
your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety
sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by
purpose of the polarized plug.
the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part.
13) Power-Cord Protection N Power-supply cords should be routed so
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other
that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon
hazards.
or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs,
22) Safety Check N Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to
product.
determine that the product is in proper operating condition.
14) Outdoor Antenna Grounding N If an outside antenna or cable
23) Wall or Ceiling Mounting N The product should be mounted to a
system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable
wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage
24) Heat N The product should be situated away from heat sources
surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including
Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper
amplifiers) that produce heat.
grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-
in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors,
location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes,
and requirements for the grounding electrode.
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