S2898A
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
ANTENNA
LEAD IN WIRE
a need for service.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED)

13. ToLIGHTNINGprotect your product from 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 product due to lightning and power-line surges.

14. AnPOWERoutsideLINESantenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other 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 such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

15. OVERLOADINGDo not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

16. OBJECTNever pushANDobjectsLIQUIDof anyENTRYkind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in fire or electric shock. Never spill or spray any type of liquid on the product.

17. OUTDOORIf an outsideANTENNAantenna is GROUNDINGconnected to the product, be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge product, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge product, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for grounding electrode.

18. DoSERVICINGnot attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

19. REPLACEMENTWhen replacementPARTSparts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or those that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

20. UponSAFETYcompletionCHECKof any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

21. TheWALLproductOR CEILINGshould beMOUNTINGmounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

22. UnplugDAMAGEtheREQUIRINGproduct fromSERVICEthe wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.

b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product. c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.

d. If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, as an 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.

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

f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance - this indicates

23. HEATThe product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

24. NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER

This reminder is provided to call the CATV

 

GROUND

 

CLAMP

system installer's attention to Article 820-40

 

ANTENNA

of the NEC that provides guidelines for

 

DISCHARGE UNIT

 

(NEC SECTION 810-20)

proper grounding and, in particular,

 

 

specifies that the cable ground shall be

ELECTRIC

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS

SERVICE

connected to the grounding system of the

EQUIPMENT

(NEC SECTION 810-21)

building, as close to the point of cable entry

 

GROUND CLAMPS

as practical.

 

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING

 

ELECTRODE SYSTEM

 

(NEC ART 250, PART H)

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