PRECAUTIONS
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The model and serial numbers of this unit may be found on the cabinet. | Model No.: |
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You should record and retain those numbers for future reference. |
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WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
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| CAUTION |
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| The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an |
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| equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the | |
| RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK |
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| presence of uninsulated“dangerous voltage” within the | |
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| apparatus’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude |
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| to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. |
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC |
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| The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is | |||
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER |
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| intended to alert the user to the presence of important | ||
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO |
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| operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in | ||
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. |
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| the literature accompanying the apparatus. | ||
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The caution marking is located on the rear or bottom of the cabinet. |
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Important Safeguards |
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1. READ INSTRUCTIONS - All the safety and operating instructions should be |
| NFPA No. 70, provides information with respect to proper grounding of | |||
| read before the apparatus is operated. |
| the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the | ||
2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS - The safety and operating instructions should be |
| antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna- | |||
| retained for future reference. |
| discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for | ||
3. HEED WARNINGS - All warnings on the apparatus and in the operating |
| the grounding electrode. (Fig. A) |
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4. | instructions should be adhered to. |
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FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS - All operating and use instructions should be |
| EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING | ANTENNA | ||
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| AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE | |||
5. CLEANING - Unplug this apparatus from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do |
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| not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. |
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| EXCEPTION: An apparatus that is meant for uninterrupted service and, that |
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| for some specific reason, such as the possibility of the loss of an authorization |
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| DISCHARGE UNIT | ||
| code for a CATV converter, is not intended to be unplugged by the user for |
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| cleaning or any other purpose, may exclude the reference to unplugging the |
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| apparatus in the cleaning description otherwise required in item 5. |
| EQUIPMENT | GROUNDING CONDUCTORS | |
6. | ATTACHMENTS - Do not use attachments not recommended by the |
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| apparatus manufacturer as they may cause hazards. |
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| POWER SERVICE GROUNDING | ||
7. WATER AND MOISTURE - Do not use this apparatus near water, for |
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| example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet |
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| (NEC ART 250, PART H) | |
8. | basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like. | 14. LIGHTNING - For added protection for this apparatus receiver during a | |||
ACCESSORIES - Do not place this apparatus on an unstable | |||||
| lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods | ||||
| cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The apparatus may fall, |
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| of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable | |||
| causing serious injury to someone, and serious damage to |
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| system. This will prevent damage to the apparatus due to lightning and | |||
| the apparatus. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, |
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| or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with |
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| 15. POWER LINES - An outside antenna system should not be located in the | ||||
| the apparatus. Any mounting of the apparatus should | ||||
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| vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light of power circuits, or | |||
| follow the manufacturer’s instructions and should use a |
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| where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside | |||
| mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. An apparatus and |
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| antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such | |||
| cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and |
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| power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal. | |||
| uneven surfaces may cause the apparatus and cart combination to overturn. |
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| 16. OVERLOADING - Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this | ||||
| AMEUBLES - Cet appareil ne doit être placé que sur un meuble (avec | ||||
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| can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. | |||
| ou sans roulettes) recommandé par le fabricant. Si vous l’installez sur un |
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| 17. OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY - Never push objects of any kind into this | ||||
| meuble à roulettes, déplacez les deux ensembles avec précaution. Un | ||||
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| apparatus through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points | |||
| arrêt brusque, l’utilisation d’une force excessive et des surfaces irrégulières |
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| or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill | |||
| risquent de déstabiliser l’ensemble et de le renverser. |
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| liquid of any kind on the apparatus. |
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9. VENTILATION - Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are |
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18. SERVICING - Do not attempt to service this apparatus yourself as opening | |||||
| provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the apparatus and | ||||
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| or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. | |||
| to protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. |
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| Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. | |||
| The openings should never be blocked by placing the apparatus on a bed, sofa, |
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| 19. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE - Unplug this apparatus from the wall | ||||
| carpet, rug, or other similar surface. This apparatus should never be placed | ||||
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| outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following | |||
| near or over a radiator or heat register. This apparatus should not be placed |
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| conditions: |
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| in a |
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| a. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed. | |||
| provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to. |
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| b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the apparatus. | |||
10. POWER SOURCES - This apparatus should be operated only from the type |
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| c. If the apparatus has been exposed to rain or water. | ||||
| of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the |
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| d. If the apparatus does not operate normally by following the operating | |||
| type of power supply to your home, consult your apparatus dealer or local |
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| instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the | |||
| power company. For the apparatus’s intended to operate from battery |
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| operating instructions, as improper adjustment of other controls may | |||
| power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions. |
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| result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified | |||
11. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION - This apparatus is equipped with a |
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| technician to restore the apparatus to its normal operation. | ||||
| polarized |
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| e. If the apparatus has been dropped or damaged in any way. | |||
| the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety |
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| f. When the apparatus exhibits a distinct change in performance, this | |||
| feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing |
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| indicates a need for service. |
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| the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace |
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| 20. REPLACEMENT PARTS - When replacement parts are required, be sure the | ||||
| your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. | ||||
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| service technician uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that | |||
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| have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions | ||||
| that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon |
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| may result in fire, electric shock, injury to persons or other hazards. | |||
| or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience |
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| 21. SAFETY CHECK - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this | ||||
| receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. | ||||
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| apparatus, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks to | |||
13. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING - If an outside antenna or cable |
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| determine that the apparatus is in proper operating condition. | ||||
| system is connected to the apparatus, be sure the antenna or cable system |
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| 22. HEAT - This apparatus should be situated away from heat sources such as | ||||
| is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and | ||||
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| radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that | |||
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| produce heat. | EN | ||
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