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General Information
Safety Precautions
This STB has been manufactured to meet international safety standards.
Please read the following safety precautions carefully before you handle the STB.
MAIN SUPPLY | Use only |
CABLE | Use standard certified cables to prevent any malfunction of |
| the STB. |
LOCATION | Locate the STB indoor. Locate STB away from potential |
| hazards such as houseplants, lightning, raining and direct |
| sunlight. |
CLEANING | 1. Always disconnect the STB power cord from the wall socket |
| before cleaning it. |
| 2. Use a light damp cloth(no solvents)to dust the STB. |
OVERLOADING | Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or adapters. |
| These can cause fire or electrical shock. |
VENTILATION | 1. NEVER block ventilation slots of STB. |
| 2. NEVER stand the STB on soft furnishings or carpets. |
| 3. Ensure that a free airflow is maintained around the STB. |
| 4. Do not use or store the STB where it is exposed to direct |
| sunlight or near a heater. |
| 5. NEVER stack other electronic equipment on top of the STB. |
LIQUIDS | Keep liquids away from the STB. |
SMALL OBJECTS | Coins or other small objects must be kept away from the STB. |
| They can fall through ventilation slots of the STB and cause |
| serious damage. |
ATTACHMENTS | Do not use any attachments that are not recommended. |
| These may cause hazards or damage the equipment. |
CONNECTION TO | Before connecting or disconnecting the cable from the satellite |
THE SATELLITE | dish to the STB, disconnect the STB from the mains supply. |
DISH LNB | FAILURE TO DO SO CAN DAMAGE THE LNB. |
EARTHING | The LNB cable MUST BE EARTHED to the system earth for the |
| satellite dish. The earthing system must comply with SANBS061. |