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Safeguards
PFAM550
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 appli- ance dealer or local power company.
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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 from power source.
14.Power Lines: An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines, other electric light or power cir- cuits, 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 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
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 fol- lowing conditions:
a.When the
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 oper- ating 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.
19.Replacement Parts: When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer 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 deter- mine 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
a.Use No.10 AWG (5.3mm) copper, No.8 AWG (8.4mm) alu- minum, No.7 AWG (10mm)
b.Secure antenna
c.Mount antenna discharge unit as close as possible to where
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
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
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