DirecTV HIRD-B1 manual Service

SERVICE

Servicing—Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Conditions Requiring Service—Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

∙When the power supply cord or plug is damaged.

∙If liquid has been spilled on, or objects have fallen into, the product or it has been exposed to water.

∙If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions.

Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.

∙If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.

∙When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.

Replacement Parts—When replacement parts are required, have the service technician verify that the replacements being used have the same safety characteristics as the original parts. Use of replacement parts specified by the product manufacturer can prevent fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

Safety Check—Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks recommended by the manufacturer to determine that the product is in safe operating condition.

THESE ARE DEFINITIONS FOR ALERTS USED IN THIS MANUAL

WARNING or CAUTION

Where you see this alert symbol and the WARNING or CAUTION heading, strictly follow the warning instructions to avoid personal injury.

DANGER

Electric shock hazard: Where you see these symbol and the DANGER heading, strictly follow the warning instructions to avoid electric shock injury

THESE ALERTS APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL

WARNING

For your own safety, follow these important safety rules:

∙ Perform as many functions as possible on the ground.

∙Do not install the antenna on a rainy or windy day.

∙If you start to drop the antenna or mast assembly, get away from it and let it fall.

DANGER

Do not select a location to install the satellite dish/antenna near power lines. You can be killed if the dish/antenna comes into contact with electric power lines.

∙Do not contact overhead power lines

∙Check the distance to any nearby power lines before starting installation. Stay at least 20 feet away from all power lines.

∙If any part of the antenna or mast assembly comes into contact with a power line, call your local power company. Do not try to remove it yourself. They will remove it safely.

CAUTION

Local electric codes and the National Electric Code (NEC) require the antenna to be grounded. Grounding the antenna helps protect against damage caused by static voltage buildup. Grounding can also protect against voltage surges created by nearby lightning strikes.