Important Safety Instructions

size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode (see figure).

18.Lightning: Lightning can cause power surges, which may damage or destroy your product. For added protection, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time. 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.

19.Overloading: Always operate any electrical device in accordance with applicable electrical codes. Never overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral conve- nience receptacles as this can result in a risk of personal or property damage or injury, including fire or electric shock.

20.Servicing: Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards, including the risk of injury or damage to persons or property. Your warranty will also be voided. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

21.Damage Requiring Service: Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer ser-

vicing to qualified service personnel if: a) the power-supply or plug is damaged in any way; b) liquid has been spilled or if objects have fallen or been introduced into the product; c) the product has been exposed to rain, water or other sources of moisture; d) the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instruc- tions as improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and/or require extensive work by a qualified service technician to restore the product to its normal operation; e) the product has been dropped or damaged in any way; f) the product exhibits a distinct change in performance indicative of a need for service.

22.Replacement Parts: When replacement parts are required, be sure that your ser- vice technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in injury to property or persons including the risk of fire, electric shock, or other hazards, and your warranty will be voided.

23.Safety Check: Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform appropriate safety checks to ensure that the product is in proper operating condition.

24.Wall or Ceiling Mounting: the product should only be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended in this Manual.

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