The Fcc Wants You To Know; Lightning - Radio Shack CID-947 Owner's Manual

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Modifying or tampering with the module's internal components
can cause a malfunction and might invalidate its warranty and
void your FCC authorization to operate it. If your module is not
performing as it should, take it to your local RadioShack store
for assistance. If the trouble is affecting the telephone lines, the
phone company can ask you to disconnect your module until
you have resolved the problem.

THE FCC WANTS YOU TO KNOW

In the unlikely event that your module causes problems on the
phone line, the phone company can temporarily discontinue
your service. If this happens, the phone company attempts to
notify you in advance. If advance notice is not practical, the
phone company notifies you as soon as possible and advises
you of your right to file a complaint with the FCC.
Also, the phone company can make changes to its lines, equip-
ment, operations, or procedures that could affect the operation
of this module. The telephone company notifies you of these
changes in advance, so you can take the necessary steps to
prevent interruption of your telephone service.

LIGHTNING

Your module has built-in protection circuits to reduce the risk of
damage from surges in telephone line and power line current.
These protection circuits meet or exceed the FCC require-
ments. However, lightning striking the telephone or power lines
can damage your module.
Lightning damage is not common. Nevertheless, if you live in an
area that has severe electrical storms, we suggest that you un-
plug your module when storms approach to reduce the possibil-
ity of damage.
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