1)Read Instructions – All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is oper- ated.
2)Retain Instructions – The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
3)Heed Warnings – All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4)Follow Instructions – All operating and use instruc- tions should be followed.
5)Cleaning – Unplug this product from the wall out- let before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
Exception: A product that is meant for uninterrupted service and that for some specific reason, such as the possibility of the loss of an authorization code for a
12) Grounding or Polarization – Figure A.
This product may be equipped with a polarized alternating-cur- rent-line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety fea- ture. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obso- lete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
13) Power-Cord Protection –
GROUND
CLAMP
ELECTRIC SERVICE 
EQUIPMENT
ANTENNA
LEAD-IN
WIRE
ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
CATV Converter, is not intended to be unplugged by the user for cleaning or any other purpose, may exclude the reference to unplugging the product in the cleaning description otherwise required in number 5.
6)Attachments – Do not use attachments not recom- mended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
7)Water and Moisture – Do not use this product near water – for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen
sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.
8)Accessories – Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, 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, tri-
pod, bracket, or table recom-
mended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any
mounting of the product should
follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufac- turer.
9)A Product and Cart Combination Should Be Moved With Care – Quick stop, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart com- bination to overturn.
10)Ventilation – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable opera- tion of the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in instal- lation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventila- tion is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.
11)Power Sources – This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the oper- ating instructions.
Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely
to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.
14)Outdoor Antenna Grounding – If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and sup- porting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size for grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure A.
15)Lightning – For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable sys- tem. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.
16)Power Lines – An outside antenna system should not 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 cir- cuits as contact with them might be fatal.
17)Overloading – Do not overload wall outlets, exten- sion cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
18)Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
19)Servicing – Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servic- ing to qualified service personnel.
20)Damage Requiring Service – Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified ser- vice personnel under the following conditions:
a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged. b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.
c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water. d) If the product does not operate normally by follow- ing the operating instructions. Adjust only those con- trols that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qual- ified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.
e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
f) When the product exhibits a distinct change in per- formance – this indicates a need for service.
21)Replacement Parts – When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
22)Safety Check – Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.
23)Wall or Ceiling Mounting – The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
24)Heat – The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
