Curtis DVD5091UK user manual Important Safety Instructions

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS(CONTINUED) -2-

12.NONUSE PERIODS - The power cord of the product should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for long periods of time.

13.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.

Below diagram provides information with regard 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 g rounding electrode. See Figure 1.

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING

ANTENNA

LEAD WIRE

GROUND

CLAMP

19.DAMAGES REQUIRING SERVICE - Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service 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

following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improving adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.

e) When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance - this indicates a need for service.

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

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNT

ELECTRIC	GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
SERVICE
SQUIPMENT
	GROUD CLAMP
	POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
	ELECTRODE SYSTEM

14.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 system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

15.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 other electric light or power circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

16.OVERLOADING - Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles a s this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

17.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.

18.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 servicing to qualified service personnel.

21.SAFETY CHECK - Upon completion of any service or repair to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

22.HEAT - The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

23.Keep minimum distances (5cm) around the apparatus for sufficient ventilation.

24.The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the rear panel for ventilation with items, such as newspapers, table-cloths, curtains, etc.

25.No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.

26.Don’t use the apparatus in tropical climates.

27.Where the mains plug is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

28.The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

29.Attention should be drawn to the environmental aspects of battery disposal. Don’t throw used batteries in dustbin. Please contact your retailer in order to protect the environment.