Before using the unit, be sure to read all operating instructions

15.

OVERLOADING

 

carefully. Please note that these are general precautions and may not

 

Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a

pertain to your unit. For example, this unit may not have the capability

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risk of fire or electric shock.

 

to be connected to an outdoor antenna.

OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY

 

1.

READ INSTRUCTIONS

 

Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they

 

All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the

 

may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in

2.

product is operated.

 

fire or electric shock. Never spill or spray any type of liquid on the product.

RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS

17. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING

 

3.

The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

 

If an outside antenna is connected to the product, be sure the antenna

HEED WARNINGS

 

system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage

 

All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be

 

surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electric

4.

adhered to.

 

Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with respect to proper

FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS

 

grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-

5.

All operating and use instructions should be followed.

 

in wire to an antenna discharge product, size of grounding conductors,

CLEANING

 

location of antenna discharge product, connection to grounding

 

Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use

 

electrodes and requirements for grounding electrodes.

6.

liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a dry cloth for cleaning.

 

 

 

 

ATTACHMENTS

 

 

 

 

 

Do not use attachments not recommended by the product's

 

 

 

LEAD IN

 

manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

 

 

 

ANTENNA

7.

WATER AND MOISTURE

 

 

GROUND

WIRE

 

 

 

 

 

 

Do not use this product near water–for example: near a bathtub,

 

 

CLAMP

 

 

washbowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a

 

 

 

ANTENNA

8.

swimming pool.

 

 

 

(NEC SECTION 810-20)

ACCESSORIES

 

 

 

DISCHARGE UNIT

 

 

 

 

 

 

Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or

 

 

ELECTRIC

 

 

table. The product may fall, causing serious injury and serious damage to

 

 

EQUIPMENT

(NEC SECTION 810-21)

 

the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table

 

 

SERVICE

GROUND CLAMPS

 

 

 

 

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS

 

recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the

 

 

 

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING

 

product. Any mounting of the product should follow the

 

 

S2898A

(NEC ART 250, PART H)

 

manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting

 

 

ELECTRODE SYSTEM

 

 

 

 

NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

 

8A.

accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

 

 

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER

An appliance and cart combination should be moved

 

 

NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

 

with care. Quick stops, excessive force and uneven

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SERVICING

 

 

surfaces may cause the appliance and cart

 

9.

combination to overturn.

 

Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing

VENTILATION

 

covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer

 

Slots and openings in the cabinet and in the back or bottom are

 

all servicing to qualified service personnel.

 

provided for ventilation, to ensure reliable operation of the product and

19. REPLACEMENT PARTS

 

 

to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or

 

When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician

 

covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product

 

uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or those that

 

on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. This product should never

 

have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized

 

be placed near or over a radiator or heat source. This product should

20.

substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

 

not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack

SAFETY CHECK

 

 

unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions

 

Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the

10.

have been adhered to.

 

service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the

POWER SOURCES

 

product is in proper operating condition.

 

 

This product should be operated only from the type of power source

21. WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING

 

 

indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power

 

The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as

 

supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power

 

recommended by the manufacturer.

 

 

company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or

22. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE

 

11.

other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

 

Unplug the product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified

GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION

 

service personnel under the following conditions:

 

This product is equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug

 

a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.

 

(a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the

 

b. If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the product.

 

power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to

 

c.

If the product has been exposed to rain or water.

 

insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug

 

d. If the product does not operate normally by following the operating

 

should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete

 

 

instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the

12.

outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

 

 

operating instructions, as an adjustment of other controls may result

POWER-CORD PROTECTION

 

 

in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified

 

Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be

 

 

technician to restore the product to its normal operation.

 

walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying

 

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

 

particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the

 

f.

When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance–this

13.

point where they exit from the appliance.

23.

 

indicates a need for service.

 

LIGHTNING

HEAT

 

 

To protect your product from a lightning storm, or when it is left

 

The product should be situated away from heat sources such as

 

unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall

 

radiators, heat registers, stoves or other products (including amplifiers)

 

outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent

24.

that produce heat.

 

14.

damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER

 

POWER LINES

 

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention

 

An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of

 

to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper

 

overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it

 

grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be

 

can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside

 

connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point

 

antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching

 

of cable entry as practical.

 

 

such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

 

 

 

 

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