Pico Macom CAM-35UNIV Importent Information cont, Safeguards, Note To The Catv System Installer

SAFEGUARDS

Importent Information con't

10. Grounding or Polarization - This video product is equipped

with a polarized alternating - current line plug (a plug having one

blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power socket

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING ACCORDING TO NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN ARTICLE 810 - "RADIO AND TELEVISION

EQUIPMENT"

only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the

plug full into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still

fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet.

Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

11. Power Sources - This product should be operated only from the

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

sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your

appliance dealer or local power company.

LINES

POWER

SERVICE ENTRANCE

CONDUCTORS

SERVICE

ENTRANCE

EQUIPMENT

GROUND CLAMP

STANDOFF

INSULATORS b

MAST

ANTENNA

LEAD-IN WIRE

12. Power-cord Protection - Power-supply cords should be routed

so they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed

upon or against them. Pay particular attention to cords and plugs,

convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the

appliance.

13. Lightning - For added protection for this product during a

lightning storm, or when it is left unattended or unused for long

periods of time, the unit should be disconnected.

14. Power Lines - An outside antenna system should not be located

in the vicinity of overhead power lines, other electric light or power

circuits, 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 power lines or circuits as contact with them

may be fatal.

15. Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords

as this can result in risk of fire or electric shock.

16. Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects of any kind into

this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage

points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.

Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

17. Servicing - Do not 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.

18. Damage Requiring Service - Unplug this product from the 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 instruction. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. An improper adjustment may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified tech- nician 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 a need for service.

	GROUND		ANTENNA
		CLA	DISCHARGE UNITc
		MPS
		TO EXTERNAL ANTENNA
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING		TERMINALS OF PRODUCT
ELECTRODE SYSTEM		GROUND WIRE
(e.g. interior metal water pipe)
	BONDING JUMPERd
		GROUND CLAMPS
		OPTIONAL ANTENNA GROUNDING ELECTRODE
		DRIVEN 8 FEET (2.44M) INTO THE EARTH
		IF REQUIRED	BY LOCAL CODES. SEE NEC
		SECTION 810 - 21(f).

19.Replacement Parts - When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufac- turer or have the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutes may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

20.Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating conditions.

21.Outdoor Antenna Grounding - Before attempting to install this product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.

a. Use No.10 AWG (5.3mm ) copper, No.8 AWG (8.4mm (alumi- num, No.7 AWG (10mm ) copper-clad steel or bronze wire or larger, as ground wire.

b. Secure antenna lead-in and ground wires to house with stand-off insulators spaced from 4 feet (1.22m) to 6 feet (1.83m) apart.

c. Mount antenna discharge unit as close as possible to where lead- in enters house.

d. A driven rod may be used as the grounding electrode where other types of electrode systems do not exist. Refer to the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70-1984 for information.

e. Use jumper wire not smaller than No.6 AWG (13.3mm ) copper or equivalent, when a separate antenna grounding electrode is used.

NOTE TO THE CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER:

THIS REMINDER IS PROVIDED TO CALL THE CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER’S ATTENTION TO ARTICLE 820 - 40 OF THE NEC THAT PROVIDES GUIDELINES FOR PROPER GROUNDING AND, IN PARTICULAR, SPECI- FIES THAT THE CABLE GROUND SHALL BE CON- NECTED TO THE GROUNDING SYSTEM OF THE BUILD- ING, AS CLOSE TO THE POINT OF CABLE ENTRY AS PRACTICAL.

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