VHF-01, 02 manual
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PLEASE READ BEFORE USING APPLIANCE
IMPORTANT WARNING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS!
CAUTION: This product satisfies FCC regulations when shielded cables and connectors are used to connecf the unit to other equipment. To prevent
electromagnetic interference with electric appliances such as radios and televisions, use shielded cables and connectors for connections.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated ‘dangerous
voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute an ask of electric shock to persons
READ INSTRUCTIONS:
All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.
RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS:
The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
HEED WARNINGS:
All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS:
All operating and use instructions should be followed.
CLEANING:
The product should be cleaned only with a polishing cloth or a dry cloth. Never clean with furniture wax, benzene, insecticides or other
volatile liquids since they may corrode the cabinet.
ATTACHMENTS:
Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
WATER AND MOISTURE:
Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub; in a wet basement
or near a swimming pool; and the like.
ACCESSORIES:
Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or tab|e. The product may fall causing serious injury to a child
or an adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with
the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the
manufacturer.
CART:
A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.
See Figure A.
VENTILATION:
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and
to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by
placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surfaces. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such
as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.
POWER SOURCES:
This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label.
If you are not sure of the type of power supply in your home, consult your product dealer or local power company.
LOCATION:
The appliance should be installed in a stable location.
NON-USE PERIODS:
The power cord of the appliance should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time.
GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION:
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If this product is equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other), it will fit into the outlet
only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug.
If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
plug.
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If this product is equipped with a three-wire grounding type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin, it will only fit into a grounding type
power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete
outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding type plug.
POWER-CORD PROTECTION:
Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or
against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.
OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING:
If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is
grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/
NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna
discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, the location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes and requirements
for the grounding electrode. See Figure B.
LIGHTNING:
For added protection for this product 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 antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage
to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.
POWER LINES:
An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other
electric lights or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside
antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them
might be fatal.
OVERLOADING:
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result
in a risk of fire or electric.
OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY:
Never push objects or any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous
voltage profits or short-out parts that could result in a fire of electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
SERVICING:
Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous
voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE:
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel
under the following conditions:
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When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
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If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.
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If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
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If the product 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 product to its normal operation.
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If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
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When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, this indicates a need for service.
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.
SAFETY CHECK:
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that
the product is in the proper operating condition.
WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING:
The product should not be mounted on a wall or ceiling.
HEAT:
The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
