IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION: PLEASE READ AND OBSERVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS OWNER’S MANUAL AND THOSE MARKED ON THE UNIT. RETAIN THIS BOOKLET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
This set has been designed and manufactured to assure personal safety. Improper use can result in electric shock or fire hazard. The safeguards incorporated in this unit will protect you if you observe the following procedures for installation, use, and servicing.
This unit does not contain any parts that can be repaired by the user.
DO NOT REMOVE THE CABINET COVER, OR YOU MAY BE EXPOSED TO DANGEROUS VOLTAGE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY.
1.Read These Instructions
All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.
2.Follow All Instructions
All operating and use instructions should be followed.
3.Keep These Instructions
The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
4.Heed All Warnings
All warnings on the product and in the operating instruc- tions should be adhered to.
5.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 in your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
6.Grounding or Polarization
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A
7.Ventilation
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventila- tion and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating. 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
8.Heat
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including ampli- fiers) that produce heat.
9.Water and Moisture
Do not use this apparatus near water. For example: near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, Laundry tub, in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool.
10.Cleaning
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
11.Power-Cord Protection
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
12.Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles, this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
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
EXAMPLE OF GROUNDING ACCORDING TO NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE INSTRUCTIONS
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14.Lightning
Unplug this apparatus apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and
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 circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
16.Object and Liquid Entry
Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or
17.Attachments
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manu- facturer.
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