Safety Information (Continued)

15.Power Lines - Do not locate outside antenna systems near overhead power lines, or other electric light or power circuits, or where they may fall on or otherwise come in contact with these power sources. If you allow the ladder being used, or the antenna itself to come into contact with these power sources it could be fatal.

16.Overloading - Do not overload the wall outlet where this device is con- nected, and do not overload this device. Ensure the total load to this device does not exceed the value listed in the Specifications section of this manual.

17.Openings - Do not insert any object through the device’s cooling vents. It may come in contact with high-voltage components and cause injury, death, or damage to the device. Do not allow liquids to enter any opening in this device.

18.Servicing - This device does not contain any user-serviceable components. Removing the cover from this device may present a shock hazard and/or may void the warranty.

19.Damage Requiring Service - If any damage occurs to this device, imme- diately disconnect (unplug) the AC power cord from the wall outlet. Do not use the Power switch or disconnect the AC power cord from the connector on the rear of the device to disconnect power. Notify APC Technical Support or Customer Service at once.

20.Replacement Parts - None of the components in this device can or should be removed or replaced unless it is by an APC-qualified technician.

21.Periodic Inspection - Inspect the line cords, telephone/data cords, and DSS/CATV coaxial cables connected to this device to ensure they are fully inserted or attached.

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING PER NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE (NEC)

Ground

Clamp

Antenna Lead In Wire

Antenna Discharge Unit

Grounding Conductors

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ground Clamps

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Electric Service

 

 

 

 

 

 

Power Service Grounding

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Equipment

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Electrode System

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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American Power Conversion S15BLK owner manual Example of Antenna Grounding PER National Electric Code NEC