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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION (CONTINUED)
15. OVERLOADING
Do not overload wall outlets and extension
cords as this can result in a risk of fire or
electric shock.
16. OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY
Never push objects of any kind into this product
through openings as they may touch dangerous
voltage points or short out parts that could result
in fire or electric shock. Never spill or spray any
type of liquid on the product.
17. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING
If an outside antenna is connected to the
product, be sure the antenna system is
grounded so as to provide some protection
against voltage surges and built-up static
charges. Section 810 of the National Electric
Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information
with respect to proper grounding of the mast
and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-
in wire to an antenna discharge product, size of
grounding conductors, location of antenna
discharge product, connection to grounding
electrodes, and requirements for grounding
electrode.
18. 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.
19. REPLACEMENT PARTS
When replacement parts are required, be sure
the service technician uses replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer or those that
have the same characteristics as the original
part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in
fire, electric shock or other hazards.
20. 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 proper operating condition.
21. WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING
The product should be mounted to a wall or
ceiling only as recommended by the
manufacturer.
22. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE
Unplug the product from the wall 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 product.
c.
If the product has been exposed to rain or
water.
d.
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 adjustment o
other controls may result in damage and
will often require extensive work by a
qualified technician to restore the product
to its normal operation.
e.
If the product has been dropped or the
cabinet has been damaged.
f.
When the product exhibits a distinct
change in performance - this indicates a
need for service.
23. HEAT
The product should be situated away from heat
sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other products (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
24. NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER
This reminder is provided to call the CATV
system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of
the NEC that provides guidelines for proper
grounding and, in particular, specifies that the
cable ground shall be connected to the
grounding system of the building, as close to
the point of cable entry as practical.
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
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