12. Power Lines - An outdoor system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead
power lines or other electric light or power circuits or where it can fall into such power
lines or circuits. When installing an outdoor system, extreme care should be taken to
keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
U.S.A. models only - refer to the National Electrical Code Article 820 regarding
installation of CATV systems.
13. Overloading - Do not overload outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of
fire or electric shock.
14. Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects of any kind into this unit through
openings, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could
result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the unit.
15. Servicing - Do not attempt to service this unit yourself as opening or removing covers
may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified
service personnel.
16. Damage Requiring Service - Unplug the unit from the outlet and refer servicing to
qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
a. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the unit.
c. If the unit has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the unit does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust
only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, as an improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive
work by a qualified technician to restore the unit to its normal operation.
e. If the unit has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
f. When the unit exhibits a distinct change in performance--this indicates a need for
service.
17. Replacement Parts - When replacement parts are required, be sure the service
technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same
characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock, or other hazards.
18. Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this unit, ask the service
technician to perform safety checks to determine that the unit is in proper operating
condition.
19. Coax Grounding - If an outside cable system is connected to the unit, be sure the cable
system is grounded. U.S.A. models only--Section 810 of the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA No.70, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mount
and supporting structure, grounding of the coax to a discharge unit, size of grounding
conductors, location of discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and
requirements for the grounding electrode.
20. Lightning - For added protection of this unit during a lightning storm, or when it is left
unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and
disconnect the cable system. This will prevent damage to the unit due to lightning and
power line surges.
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