1. Read These Instructions:
All
safety and operations manual should
be read before the product is
operated.
2. Keep These Instructions:
The
safety and operations manual should
be retained for future reference.
3. Heed All Warnings:
All warnings
applicable to the unit and in the
operations manual should be adhered
to.
4. Follow All Instructions:
All
operations manual should be
followed.
5. Water and Moisture:
Do not use
this unit near water. For example, do
not use near a bath tub, wash bowl,
kitchen sink, or laundry tub. Do not
use this unit in a wet basement or
near a swimming pool or similar
location. The unit shall not be
exposed to dripping or splashing and
no objects filled with liquids (ex:
vases), shall be placed on or near
this unit.
6. Cleaning:
Clean the unit only with
a dry cloth. Unit must be unplugged
from the wall outlet before cleaning.
Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol
cleaners on the unit.
7. Ventilation:
Slots and openings in
the cabinet of the unit are provided to
ensure reliable operation and
ventilation and to protect the unit from
overheating. The openings must not
be covered and should never be
blocked by placing the product on a
soft surface like a bed, sofa, or rug.
This unit should not be placed in a
built-in installation like a bookcase or
rack, unless proper ventilation is
provided.
8. Heat:
Do not install the unit near
any heat source like a radiator, heat
register, stove or other device that
produces heat, including amplifiers.
9. Grounding or Polarization:
If
applicable, do not disable or
circumvent the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug
has 2 blades with 1 wider than the
other. A grounding-type plug has 2
blades and a 3 grounding plug. The
rd
wide blade, or the 3 prong, is
rd
provided for your safety. If the
provided plug does not fit into an
outlet, consult a qualified electrician
for replacement of this outlet.
10. Power Cord Protection:
Protect
the power cord from being walked on,
pinched or cut or damaged in any
way. If any damage occurs, consult
with a trained technician for repair.
11. Accessories:
Only use
accessories specified and approved
by the manufacturer. Do not place this
unit on an unstable cart, stand, tripod,
bracket or table that has not been
previously approved by the
manufacturer. This unit may fall,
causing serious injury to a child, adult
or to the unit itself. Any mounting of
the unit should be done within the
manufacturer's guidelines.
12. Transporting:
If a pre-approved
device is used to transport this unit,
caution and care must be observed
and practiced to avoid damages.
Make sure the device and unit
together are stable
moving.
before
13. Lightning:
Unplug this unit and
disconnect the antenna or cable
system during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
This will help prevent damage to the
unit due to lightning and power line
surges.
14. Servicing:
Do not attempt to
service this unit yourself. Opening or
removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Refer all servicing to a qualified
service technician.
15. Power Sources:
Only connect to
the type of household power supply as
indicated in the operations manual and
“Caution Marking and Rating Label.” If
you are not sure of the type of power
supplied to your home (or location of
the outlet the unit is being plugged
into), consult with the local power
company. For units intended to
operate from battery power, or other
sources, refer to the manufacturer's
operations manual.
16. Overloading:
Do not overload
wall outlets or extension cords. This
can result in a risk of fire or electric
shock and may be hazardous
.
17. Foreign Material:
Protect this unit
from intrusion of any foreign
substances like dirt, water, moisture
and insects. Do not force any foreign
materials or chemicals into this unit.
This could result in a risk of fire or
electric shock and may be hazardous.
18. Replacement Parts and Safety
Check:
When replacement parts are
required, be sure the service
technician has used replacement parts
specified and approved by the
manufacturer. Ask the service
technician to perform safety checks to
ensure the proper operation to avoid
possible fire, electric shock or other
hazards.
19. Outdoor Antenna Grounding:
If
an outside antenna or cable system is
connected to the unit, be sure the
antenna or cable system is grounded
to provide some protection against
voltage surges and built-up static
charges. If there is any doubt to the
proper grounding of these systems,
contact a qualified electrician to
inspect your location.
20. Wall or Ceiling Mounted:
The
unit should be mounted to a wall or a
ceiling only as recommended by the
manufacturer.
21. Disconnect Device:
Make sure
all disconnect devices are in proper
working condition and readily available
in the event of an emergency or if
power “off ” is needed quickly.
22. Protective Attachment Plug:
If
applicable, this unit may be equipped
with an attachment plug having
overload protection. This is a safety
feature. See the operations manual
for replacement or resetting of this
protective device. If replacement of
the plug is required, be sure the
qualified service technician has used a
replacement plug specified by the
manufacturer that has the same
overload protection as the original
plug.
23. Power Lines:
An outside antenna
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 outside
antenna system, extreme care should
be taken to keep from touching such
power lines or circuits, as contact with
them may be fatal. Always consult
with your local power company before
installing an outside antenna.
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