Panasonic TU-DST51 manual Safety Instructions, PER National Electrical Code NEC... p--WRE

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING_AS ANTENNA,LEAD-IN

PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE (NEC_._.._ _p-_-W_RE

GROUND

DISCHARGE UNIT

[NEC SECTION 810-20 /

ELECTRIC

SERVICE GROUNDING CONDUCTORS

POWI:: R SERVICE GROUNDING

EUECTRODE SYSTEM

(NEC ART 250, PART H)

14.If an outside antenna is connected to the decoder equipment, be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges. In the U.S. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/ NFPA 70, and in Canada Part 1 of the Canadian Electrical Code provides information with respect to proper 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. See Figure.

15.For added protection for this Digital Television Decoder 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, This will prevent damage to the decoder due to lightning and power-line surges.

16.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 betaken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

17.Unplug this Digita{ Television Decoder from the wall outlet, and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

a.When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.

b.If liquid has been spilled into the Digital Television Decoder.

c.If the Digital Television Decoder has been exposed to rain or water.

d.If the Digital Television Decoder does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage

and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the Digital Television Decoder to normal operation.

e.If the Digital Television Decoder has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged,

f.When the Digital Television Decoder exhibits a distinct change in performance - this indicates a need for service.

18.Do not attempt to service this Digital Television Decoder yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

19.When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

20.Upon completion of any service or repairs to this Digital Television Decoder, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks to determine that the decoder is in safe operating condition.

21.WARNING: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

22.CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE THIS (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH A RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.

NOTE: This equipment is designed to operate in the U.S.A. Canada and other countries where the broadcasting system and AC house current is exactly the same as in the U.S.A. and Canada.

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