Important Safeguards and Precautions
READ AND RETAIN ALL SAFETY AND
OUTDOOR ANTENNA INSTALLATION
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. HEED ALL
1 SAFE ANTENNA AND CABLE CONNECTION
WARNINGS IN THE MANUAL AND ON UNIT
An outside antenna or cable system must be properly
grounded to provide some protection
INSTALLATION
against built up static charges
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
1 POWER SOURCE CAUTION
and voltage. Section 810
GROUND
CLAMP
Operate only from power source indicated on unit
of the National Electrical
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
or in this manual. If uncertain, have your Electric
Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 (in
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
EQUIPMENT
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
Utility Service Company or Video Products Dealer
Canada, part 1 of the
GROUND CLAMPS
verify your home power source.
Canadian Electrical Code)
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
provides information
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
2 POWER CORD PLUG
regarding proper grounding of the mast and supporting
For safety, this unit has a polarized type plug (one
structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna
wide blade), or a three-wire grounding type plug.
discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of
Always hold the plug firmly and make sure your
antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding
hands are dry when plugging in or unplugging the
electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.
AC power cord. Regularly remove dust, dirt, etc.
2 KEEP ANTENNA CLEAR OF HIGH VOLTAGE
on the plug.
POWER LINES OR CIRCUITS
POLARIZED PLUG CAUTION:
Locate an outside antenna system well away from power
The plug fits into outlet one way. If it cannot be fully
lines and electric light or power circuits so it will never
inserted, try reversing it. If it still will not fit, have an
touch these power sources should it ever fall. When
electrician install the proper wall outlet. Do not
installing antenna, absolutely never touch power lines,
tamper with the plug.
circuits or other power sources as this could be fatal.
GROUNDING PLUG CAUTION:
USING THE UNIT
The plug requires a three-hole grounding outlet.
If necessary, have an electrician install the proper
Before unit is brought out of storage or moved to a new location,
outlet. Do not tamper with the plug.
refer again to the INSTALLATION section of these safeguards.
3 POWER CORD
1 KEEP UNIT WELL AWAY FROM WATER OR
To avoid unit malfunction, and to protect against
MOISTURE, such as vases, sinks, tubs, etc.
electrical shock, fire or personal injury:
2 IF EXPOSED TO RAIN, MOISTURE, OR
- Keep power cord away from heating appliances
STRONG IMPACT, unplug unit and have it inspected
and walking traffic. Do not rest heavy objects on,
by a qualified service technician before use.
or roll such objects over the power cord.
3 ELECTRICAL STORMS
- Do not tamper with the cord in any way.
During a lightning storm, or before leaving unit unused for
- An extension cord should have the same type
extended periods of time, disconnect all equipment from
plug (polarized or grounding) and must be
the power source as well as the antenna and cable system.
securely connected.
4 WHEN UNIT IS PLUGGED IN
- Overloaded wall outlets or extension cords is a
• DO NOT OPERATE IF:
fire hazard.
- liquid has spilled into unit.
- Frayed cords, damaged plugs, and damaged or
- unit was dropped or otherwise damaged.
cracked wire insulation are hazardous and should
- unit emits smoke, malodors, or noises.
be replaced by a qualified electrician.
Immediately unplug unit, and have it inspected by a
4 DO NOT BLOCK VENTILATION HOLES
service technician to avoid potential fire and shock hazards.
Ventilation openings in the cabinet release heat
• Never drop or push any object through openings in unit.
generated during operation. If blocked, heat
Touching internal parts may cause electric shock or fire hazard.
build-up may result in a fire hazard or heat
• Keep magnetic objects, such as speakers, away from
damage to cassettes.
unit to avoid electrical interference.
For your protection:
5 USING ACCESSORIES
a. Never cover ventilation slots while unit is ON,
Use only accessories recommended by the manufacturer
or operate unit while placed on a bed, sofa,
to avoid risk of fire, shock, or other hazards.
rug, or other soft surface.
6 CLEANING UNIT
b. Avoid built-in installation, such as a book case
Unplug unit. Use a clean, dry, chemically untreated cloth to
or rack, unless properly ventilated.
gently remove dust or debris. DO NOT USE cleaning fluids,
5 AVOID EXTREMELY HOT LOCATIONS OR
aerosols, or forced air that could over-spray, or seep into unit and
SUDDEN TEMPERATURE CHANGES
cause electrical shock. Any substance, such as wax, adhesive
Do not place unit over or near a heater or radiator,
tape, etc. may mar the cabinet surface. Exposure to greasy,
in direct sunlight, etc. If unit is suddenly moved
humid, or dusty areas may adversely affect internal parts.
from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may
SERVICE
condense in unit and on the tape causing
damage.
1 DO NOT SERVICE PRODUCT YOURSELF
6 TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY
If, after carefully following detailed operating instructions, the
• Never place unit on support or stand that is not
unit does not operate properly, do not attempt to open or
firm, level, and adequately strong.
remove covers, or make any adjustments not described in the
The unit could fall causing serious
manual. Unplug unit and contact a qualified service technician.
injury to a child or adult and
2 REPLACEMENT OF PARTS
damage to the unit.
Make sure the service technician uses only parts specified
• Move any appliance and cart
by the manufacturer, or have equal safety characteristics
combination with care.
as original parts. The use of unauthorized substitutes may
Quick stops, excessive force, and
result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
uneven surfaces may cause objects to overturn.
3 SAFETY CHECK AFTER SERVICING
• Carefully follow all operating instructions.
After unit is serviced or repaired, request that a through safety
check be done as described in the manufacturer’s service
literature to ensure video unit is in safe operating condition.
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