| Important Safeguards | | | Before you |
| 1. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions | porting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna | start |
| should be read before the appliance is operated. | discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of anten- |
| 2. Retain Instructions-The safety and operating instructions should | na-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and | |
| be retained for future reference. | requirements for the grounding electrode. (Fig.A) | Connections |
| 3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the appliance and in the oper- | CLAMP | |
| ating instructions should be adhered to. | FIGURE A | ANTENNA | |
| 4. Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions should | EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING | LEAD | |
| be followed. | AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE | WIRE | |
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| 5. Cleaning - Unplug this product from the wall outlet before | GROUND | | |
| cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a | | ANTENNA | |
| damp cloth for cleaning. | | |
| | DISCHARGE UNIT | |
| EXCEPTION:A product that is meant for uninterrupted ser- | | (NEC SECTION 810-20) | Getting |
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| vice and, that for some specific reason, such as the possibility | SERVICE | GROUNDING CONDUCTORS |
| of the loss of an authorization code for a CATV converter, is | EQUIPMENT | |
| | (NEC SECTION 810-21) | |
| not intended to be unplugged by the user for cleaning or any | NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE | GROUND CLAMP | |
| other purpose, may exclude the reference to unplugging the | POWER SERVICE GROUNDING | started |
| S2898A | ELECTRODE SYSTEM |
| 6.Attachments - Do not use attachments not recommended by |
| appliance in the cleaning description otherwise required in | | (NEC ART 250, PART H) | |
| item 5. | 14. Lightning - For added protection for this product during a light- | |
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| the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards. | ning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long | |
| periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect | |
| 7.Water and Moisture- Do not use this product near water, for | |
| the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the | |
| example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry | product due to lightning and power-line surges. | Recording |
| tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like. | 15. Power Lines - An outside antenna system should not be located |
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| 8.Accessories - Do not place this product on an unstable cart, | |
| in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or | |
| stand, tripod, bracket, or table.The product may fall, causing seri- | power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or cir- | |
| ous injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the appli- | cuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care | |
| ance. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table rec- | should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or cir- | |
| ommended by the manufacturer, or sold | cuits as contact with them might be fatal. | |
| with the product. Any mounting of the | 16. Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords | |
| appliance should follow the manufacturer's | |
| as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. | Playing |
| turer. An appliance and cart combination |
| voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or |
| instructions and should use a mounting | 17. Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects of any kind into | |
| accessory recommended by the manufac- | this product through any openings as they may touch dangerous | |
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| should be moved with care. Quick stops, | electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. | discs |
| excessive force, and uneven surfaces may |
| 18. Servicing - Do not attempt to service this product yourself as |
| cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn. |
| 9.Ventilation - Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for | opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous volt- | |
| age or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service per- | |
| ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and | |
| sonnel. | | |
| to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be | | |
| 19. Damage Requiring Service - Unplug this product from the wall | |
| blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by | |
| outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under | Editing |
| placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. |
| the following conditions: | |
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| This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such | | |
| a.When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged. | |
| as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or | |
| the manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to. | b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product. | |
| 10. Power Sources - This product should be operated only from the | c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water. | |
| type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are | d. If the product does not operate normally by following the oper- | |
| not sure of the type of power supply to your home,consult your | ating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered | Changing |
| ed to operate from battery power,or other sources,refer to the | other controls may result in damage and will often require |
| appliance dealer or local power company. For products intend- | by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of | |
| operating instructions. | extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product | the |
| 11. Grounding or Polarization - This product is equipped with a | to its normal operation. | |
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| polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade | e. If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way. |
| wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet | f.When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance this | menu |
| only one way.This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert |
| indicates a need for service. | |
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| the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug | | |
| 20. Replacement Parts - When replacement parts are required, be | |
| should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your | |
| sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified | VCR |
| obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polar- |
| by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the |
| ized plug. |
| original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, elec- |
| 12. Power Cord Protection - Power supply cords should be routed | functions |
| determine that the product is in proper operating condition. |
| from the appliance. |
| so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items | tric shock or other hazards. | | |
| placed upon or against them,paying particular attention to cords | 21. Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this | |
| product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to | |
| at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit | |
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| 13. Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna or cable | 22. Heat - This product should be situated away from heat sources | |
| such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products | Others |
| system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or |
| (including amplifiers) that produce heat. |
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| cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection | |
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| against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of | | | |
| the National Electrical Code,ANSI/NFPA No. 70, provides infor- | | | |
| mation with regard to proper grounding of the mast and sup- | | | Español |
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