IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read before operating equipment
1. | Read these instructions. | B. Objects have fallen or liquid has been spilled into the appliance; |
2. | Keep these instructions. | C. The appliance has been exposed to rain; |
3. | Heed all warnings. | D. The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits |
4. | Follow all instructions. | a marked change in performance; |
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 accordance | international global safety standards for tilt and stability proper ties |
8. | with the manufacturer s instructions. | of its cabinet design. |
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat regis- | •Do not compromise these design standards by applying excessive | |
| ters, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce | pull force to the front, or top, of the cabinet, which could ultimat- |
9. | heat. | ely overturn the product. |
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding- | •Also, do not endanger yourself, or children, by placing electronic | |
| type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the | equipment/toys on the top of the cabinet. Such items could unsus- |
| other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding | pectingly fall from the top of the set and cause product damage |
| prong. The wide blade or third prong are provided for your safety. | and/or personal injury. |
| When the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an | 18. Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The appliance should be mounted |
| electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. | to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer. |
10.Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particu- 19. Power Lines - An outdoor antenna should be located away from
larly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they | power lines. |
exit from the apparatus. | 20. Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna is connec- |
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. | ted to the receiver, be sure the antenna system is grounded so |
12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by | as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built |
the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus.When a cart | up static charges. |
is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus com- | Section 810 of the National Electrical Code,ANSI/NFPA No. 70- |
bination to avoid injury from | 1984, provides information with respect to proper grounding of |
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused | the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the |
for long periods of time. | to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding connectors, loca- |
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is | tion of |
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, | and requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure below. |
such as if the | 21. Object and Liquid Entry - Care should be taken so that objects |
been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, or if the | do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through |
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not ope- | openings. |
rate normally, or has been dropped. | 22. Battery usage CAUTION - To prevent battery leakage that may |
15. This product may contain lead and mercury. Disposal of these | result in bodily injury, property damage, or damage to the unit: |
materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations. | •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). | •Do not mix batteries (old and new or carbon and alkaline, etc.). |
16. Damage Requiring Service - The appliance should be serviced | •Remove batteries when the unit is not used for a long time. |
by qualified service personnel when: | 23. Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no |
A. The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged; | objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the |
| apparatus. |
Note to the Cable TV system installer: This reminder is provided to call the Cable TV system installer's attention to Article
Example of Antenna Grounding
as per NEC - National Electrical Code
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