13. Outdoor Cable Grounding -
If an outside
cable system is connected to the video product, be
sure the cable system is grounded so as to pro-
vide some protection against voltage surges and
built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70-1984, provides
information with respect to proper grounding of the
lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of
grounding conductors, location of antenna-dis-
charge unit, connection to grounding electrodes,
and requirements for the grounding electrode.
14.
Lightning -
For added protection for this
video product when it is not used for long periods
of time, disconnect it from its power source and
from the cable system. This prevents damage to
the video product due to lightning and power-line
surges.
15.
Power Lines -
An outside cable 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 cable system, extreme
care should be taken to keep from touching such
power lines or circuits as contact with them might
be fatal.
16. Overloading -
Do not overload wall outlets
and extension cords as this can result in a risk of
fire or electric shock.
17.
Object and Liquid Entry -
Never push
objects of any kind into this video product 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 video product.
18. Servicing -
Do not attempt to service this
video product yourself as opening or removing
covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or
other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified serv-
ice personnel.
19. Damage Requiring Service -
Disconnect this
video product from its power source and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions. Note that step c does not
apply to outdoor camera housings, outdoor pan-
and-tilt drives and other equipment specifically
designed for direct exposure to outdoor environ-
ments.
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is dam-
aged.
b.
If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fall-
en into the video product.
c.
If the video product has been exposed to rain
or water.
d. If the video product does not operate normally
by following the operating instructions. Adjust
only those controls that are covered by the
operating instructions, as an improper adjust-
ment of other controls may result in damage
and will often require extensive work by a
qualified technician to restore the video prod-
uct to its normal operation.
e. If the video product has been dropped or the
cabinet has been damaged.
f.
When the video product exhibits a distinct
change in performance - this indicates a need
for service.
20.
Replacement Parts -
When replacement
parts are required, be sure the service technician
has used replacement parts specified by Vicon or
that have the same characteristics as the original
part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock, or other hazards.
21. Safety Check -
Upon completion of any serv-
ice or repairs to this video product, ask the service
technician to perform safety checks to determine
that the video product is in proper operating condi-
tion.
