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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
EXAMPLEOF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER
NATIONALELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70
ANTENNA
LEADIN
WIRE
ANTENNA
DISCHARGEUNIT
(NECSECTION 810-20)
GROUNDINGCONDUCTORS
(NECSECTION 810-21)
GROUNDCLAMPS
POWERSERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODESYSTEM
(NECART 250, PART H)
GROUND
CLAMP
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
NEC- NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
systemis grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.
Article810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of
themast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding
conductors,location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the
groundingelectrode.
Toprevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this product to dripping or splashing. No objects filled with liquids,
Toprevent fire or shock hazard, do not place the AC power cord under the TV set or other heavy items.
suchas vases, should be placed on the product.
Selectingthe location - Select a place with no direct sunlight and good ventilation.
laundrytub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.
products(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
andunused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna. This will prevent
damageto the equipment due to lightning and power-line surges.
overheadpower lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into
suchpower lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care
shouldbe taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with
themmight be fatal.
Ventilation- The vents and other openings in the cabinet are designed for ventilation. Do not cover or block these
Heat- The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
Lightning- For added protection for this television equipment during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended
PowerLine - An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of
OutdoorAntenna Grounding - If an outside antenna is connected to the television equipment, be sure the antenna
ventsand openings since insufficient ventilation can cause overheating and/or shorten the life of the product. Do not
placethe product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface, since they can block ventilation openings. This product
isnot designed for built-in installation; do not place the product in an enclosed place such as a bookcase or rack,
unlessproper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions are followed.
Waterand Moisture - Do not use this product near water-for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or