Before you start

Precautions (cont’d)

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

 

 

 

 

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

ELECTRIC

 

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-

 

 

 

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

 

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

 

 

 

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

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placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface.

the following conditions:

 

 

 

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 by

Changing

ed to operate from battery power,or other sources,refer to the

controls may result in damage and will often require extensive

appliance dealer or local power company. For products intend-

the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other

 

operating instructions.

work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its nor-

the

11. Grounding or Polarization - This product is equipped with a

mal operation.

 

 

SETUP

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.

 

 

 

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

 

 

 

 

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.

 

cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection

 

 

 

 

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-

 

 

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