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Important Safeguards and Precautions
FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ AND RETAIN ALL SAFETY
OUTDOOR ANTENNA INSTALLATION
AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. HEED ALL
1 SAFE ANTENNA AND CABLE CONNECTION
WARNINGS IN THE MANUAL AND ON THE UNIT
If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the
equipment, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded
INSTALLATION
so as to provide some protection against built up static
1 POWER SOURCE CAUTION
NEC - NATIONAL
charges and voltage surges.
ELECTRICAL CODE
ANTENNA
Operate only from a power source indicated on the
LEAD IN
Section 810 of the National Electrical
WIRE
unit or in this manual. If necessary, have your
GROUND
Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 (in Canada,
CLAMP
Electric Utility Service Company or Video Products
ANTENNA
part 1 of the Canadian Electrical
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
Dealer verify the power source in your home.
Code) provides information
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
EQUIPMENT
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
with respect to proper grounding
2 POLARIZED OR GROUNDING PLUG
GROUND CLAMPS
of the mast and supporting
As a safety feature, this product comes with either
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
structure, grounding of the lead-in wire
a polarized power cord plug (one blade is wider
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors,
than the other), or a three-wire grounding type plug.
location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding
POLARIZED PLUG CAUTION:
electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode.
This plug will only fit into an outlet one way. If you cannot
2 KEEP ANTENNA CLEAR OF HIGH VOLTAGE POWER LINES OR CIRCUITS
fully insert the plug, try reversing it. If it still will not fit,
An outside antenna system should be located well away from
have an electrician install the proper wall outlet. Do not
power lines, electric light or power circuits and where it will never
defeat the safety feature by tampering with the plug.
come into contact with these power sources if it should happen
GROUNDING PLUG CAUTION:
to fall. When installing an outside antenna, extreme care should
This plug will only fit into a three-hole grounding
be taken to avoid touching power lines, circuits or other power
outlet. If necessary, have an electrician install the
sources as this could be fatal. Because of the hazards involved,
proper outlet. Do not defeat the safety feature by
antenna installation should be left to a professional.
tampering with the plug.
USING THE UNIT
3 POWER CORD
If the unit has been in storage or moved to a new location,
Make sure power cords are routed so that they
refer first to the INSTALLATION section of these safeguards.
are not likely to have anything rest on them, roll
1 KEEP THE UNIT AWAY FROM WATER OR MOISTURE OF ANY KIND.
over them, or be in the way of walking traffic.
2 IF EQUIPMENT IS EXPOSED TO RAIN, MOISTURE, OR
If an extension cord is used, make sure it also
STRONG IMPACT, unplug the unit and have it inspected by a
has either a polarized or grounded plug and that
qualified service technician before use.
the cords can be securely connected.
3 DURING AN ELECTRICAL STORM
Frayed cords, damaged plugs, and damaged or
During a lightning storm, whether indoors or outdoors, or
cracked wire insulation are hazardous and should
before leaving the unit unused for extended periods of time,
be replaced by a qualified service technician.
disconnect all equipment from the power source as well as
Overloaded outlets and extension cords are fire
the antenna and cable system.
hazards and should be avoided.
4 WHEN THE UNIT IS PLUGGED IN
4 DO NOT BLOCK VENTILATION HOLES
• Never expose the unit to rain or water. DO NOT OPERATE
Ventilation openings in the cabinet release heat
if liquid has been spilled into the unit. Immediately unplug
generated during operation. If they are blocked,
the unit, and have it inspected by a service technician.
heat build-up inside the unit can cause failures that
Fire and shock hazards can result from electrical shorts
may result in a fire hazard or heat damage to
caused by liquid contact inside.
cassettes or discs.
• Never drop or push any object through openings in the unit.
For protection, follow these rules:
Some internal parts carry hazardous voltages and contact
a. Never cover ventilation slots or the unit while in
can cause electric shock or fire hazard.
use, or operate the unit when placed on a bed,
Do not put any foreign object on the disc tray.
sofa, rug, or other soft surface.
• Avoid placing the unit directly above or below your TV set
b. Avoid built-in installation, such as a book case
as this may cause electrical interference. Keep all magnets
or rack, unless proper ventilation is provided.
away from electronic equipment.
5 PLACEMENT: AVOID EXTREMELY HOT LOCATIONS
5 USING ACCESSORIES
OR SUDDEN TEMPERATURE CHANGES
Use only accessories recommended by the manufacturer to
Do not place the unit over or near heater or
avoid risk of fire, shock, or other hazards.
radiator, in direct sunlight, inside closed vehicles,
6 CLEANING THE UNIT
in high temperature [over 104°F (40°C)], or in over
Unplug the unit. Then, use a clean, dry, chemically untreated
75% humidity. If the unit is suddenly moved from
cloth to gently remove dust or debris. DO NOT USE cleaning
a cold place to a warm one, moisture may
fluids, aerosols, or forced air that could over-spray, or seep
condense in the unit and on the tape causing
into the unit and cause electrical shock. Any substance such
damage. Never subject the unit to vibration,
as wax, adhesive tape, etc. may mar the cabinet surface.
impact, or place it so that the surface is tilted as
Exposure to greasy, humid, or dusty areas may adversely
internal parts may be seriously damaged.
affect internal parts.
6 TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY
SERVICE
• Do not place unsecured equipment on a sloping
surface.
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DO NOT SERVICE THIS PRODUCT YOURSELF
• Do not place this unit on any support that is not
If, after carefully following the detailed operating
firm, level, and adequately strong.
instructions, this product does not operate properly, do not
The unit could fall causing serious
attempt to open or remove covers, or make any
injury to a child or adult and
adjustments not described in the manual. Unplug the unit
damage to the unit.
and contact a qualified service technician.
• An appliance and cart
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IF REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE REQUIRED
combination should be moved
Make sure the service technician uses only parts specified
with care. Quick stops,
by the manufacturer, or those having the same safety
excessive force, and uneven
characteristics as the original parts. The use of unauthorized
surfaces may cause the appliance and cart
substitutes may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
combination to overturn.
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HAVE THE SERVICE TECHNICIAN PERFORM A SAFETY CHECK
• Carefully follow all operating instructions and
After any service or repairs to the unit, request the service
use the manufacturer's recommended
technician to conduct a thorough safety check as
accessories when operating this unit or
described in the manufacturer’s service literature to ensure
connecting it to any other equipment.
that the unit is in safe operating condition.
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