PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The caution marking is located on the rear of the cabinet.
THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT DANGEROUS VOLTAGE CONSTITUTING A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK IS PRESENT WITHIN THIS UNIT.
THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT THERE ARE IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE LITERATURE ACCOMPANYING THE APPLIANCE.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
1.Read instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated.
2.Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
3.Heed Warnings - All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4.Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions should be followed.
5.Cleaning - Unplug the unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
EXCEPTION: A product that is meant for uninterrupted ser- vice and, that for some specific reason, such as the possibili- ty of the loss of an authorization code for a CATV converter, is not intended to be unplugged by the user for cleaning or any other purpose, may exclude the reference to unplugging the appliance in the cleaning description otherwise required in item 5.
6.Attachments - Do not use attachments not recommended by the unit manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
7.Water and Moisture - Do not use this unit near water - for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laun- dry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.
8. Accessories - Do not place this unit on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table.
The unit may fall, causing serious injury to someone, and serious damage to the appli- ance. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manu-
facturer, or sold with the unit. Any mounting of the appliance should follow the manufacturer’s instructions and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.
An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.
9.Ventilation - Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the unit and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The open- ings should never be blocked by placing the unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This unit should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This unit should not be placed in a
10.Power Sources - This unit should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you
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are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, con- sult your appliance dealer or local power company. For the units intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
11.Grounding or Polarization - This unit is equipped with a polarized
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13.Outdoor Antenna grounding - If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the unit, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protec- tion against voltage surges and
FIGURE A
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
| ANTENNA |
| LEAD IN |
| WIRE |
| GROUND |
| CLAMP |
| ANTENNA |
| DISCHARGE UNIT |
| (NEC SECTION |
ELECTRIC |
|
SERVICE |
|
EQUIPMENT |
|
| GROUNDING CONDUCTORS |
| (NEC SECTION |
| GROUND CLAMPS |
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE | POWER SERVICE GROUNDING |
| ELECTRODE SYSTEM |
S 2 8 9 8 A | (NEC ART 250, PART H) |
14.Lightning - For added protection for this unit receiver during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the unit due to lightning and
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