Sears LXI series 580.55914490 Owner's Manual page 6

14. Protective Attachment Plug-Theproductis
equipped with an attachment plug having
overload protection. This is a safety feature.
See Instruction Manual for replacement or
resetting of protective device. If replacement of
the plug is required, be sure the service
technician has used a replacement plug
specified by the manufacturer that has the same
overload protection as the original plug.
15. 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 an
supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in
wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of
grounding conductors, location of antenna-
discharge unit, connection to grounding
electrodes, and requirements for the grounding
electrode. See Figure 131.1.
FIGURE 131.1
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE. ANSI/NFPA 70
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16. 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.
17. 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 might be fatal.
18. Overloading-Do not overload wall outlets and
extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire
or electric shock.
19. 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 a fire or
electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on
the product.
20. 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.
21. Damage Requiring Service-Unplug this
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.
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d. If the product does not operate normally by
following the operation 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.
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.
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
determinethat the product isin proper operating
condition.
24. Wall or Ceiling Mounting-The product should
be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as
recommended by the manufacturer.
25. Heat-The product should be situated away from
heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other products (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.