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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS (CONTINUED)
12. POWER-CORD PROTECTION
Power-supply COrdsshould be muted _o that they are not likelyto be walked on or pinched by items placed
upon or ngaJnal them, payingpadiCUtar attentJonto cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, andthe point
where they exit from the appliance.
13. LIGHTNING
TOprotect your unitfrom a lightning storm, orwhen it isLeftunattended and unused for tongperiods of time,
unplug it from the wall oupot and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This willprevent damage to the unit
due tolightningand power line surges,
14. POWER LINES
An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity ofoverhead power lines or other electdc lightor
power circuits, orwhere it can fallinto suchpower lines or circuits.When installin_gan outside antenna system,
extreme care should be taken tokeep from touching such power lines or circuits,as contact with them might be
fatal.
15. OVERLOADING
DOnot overload wall outlets and extension cords, as thiscan result in a risk offire or electric shock.
16. OBJECTAND UQUID ENTRY
DOnot push objectsthrough any openings inthis unit,as they may touch dangerous voltage pointsor short out
portsthat couldresult in fire or alectric shock. Never splflor spray any type of liquidintothe unit.
17- OUTDOOR ANI1ENNA GROUNDING
it an outside antenna orcable system isconnected to the unit, be sure the antenna orcable system isgrounded
so as toprovide some protection against voltage surges andbuilt-up static charges, Sec_on 810 ofthe NaSonal
EI_ Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides informationwith respect to proper grounding of the mast and support-
ing structure, groundingof the leed-to wireto an antenna discharge unit, size of groundingconductors, ic_.atidn
of antenna discharge unit, connection to groundingelectrodes, and requirements for the groundingelectrode.
18. SERV]ClNG
DOnot attempt toservice thisunit yourselfas opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage
orother hazards. Refer all servicing toqualified service personnel.
19. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE
Unplug this unitfrom the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel underthe following
conditions:
a. When the power-supply cord or plugis damaged.
b. it liquidhas been spilled, Orobjects have fallen intothe unit,
c. Ifthe unithas been exposed to rain orwater.
d. If the unitdoes not operate normallyby following the operating instructidq_.Adjust onlythose controls
that are covered by the operating instructions,as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in
damage andwill often require extensive work by a qualified technicianto restore the unitto itsnormal
operation.
e. Ifthe unit has been dropped or the Cabinet has been damaged.
h When the unitexhibits a distinctchange in performance, this indicates a need for service.
20. REPLACEMENT PANTS
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts spealfied by the
manufacturer or those that have the _me characteristics as the original pod.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.
21. SAFETY CHECK
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this unit, ask the service technicianto pedorm safety checks to
determine that the unit is Inproper oporatLngcondition.
22. WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING
The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended bythe manufacturer
23, HEAT
The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, orother
products (inCludingamplifiers) that produce heat,
24, NOTE TO CA'P/SYSTEM INSTALLER
This reminder isprovided to callthe CAW system inalaltsr'sattention toArticle 820.40 of the NEC that provides
guidelines for prober grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the
grounding system of the buildtog,as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
EXAMPLEOFANTENNAGROUNDINGAS PERTHE
NATIONALELECTRICALCODE
GROUND
_CLAMP
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
S2898A
Z NTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
u_ ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
"O.NO,NGGONOUCTORSEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
-- POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
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