Important Safety Instructions

16.If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the device, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No.

70-1984 (Section 54 of Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1) provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire

to antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

17.An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines, 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 or approaching such power lines or circuits, as contact with them might be fatal. Installing an outdoor antenna can be hazardous and should be left to a professional antenna installer.

18.Note to CATV System Installer: This reminder is provided to call the CATV system install- er’s attention to Section 820-40 of the National Electric Code which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

19.Unplug the device during lightning storms. Unplug the device and remove any batteries when the device will be unused for long periods of time.

20.Do not open or attempt to repair this device. Refer all repairs to authorized service personnel.

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

22.Upon completion of any service or repairs to this device, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the device is in proper operating condition.