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ANT4500X_Manual
6/10/99
12:45 PM
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Important Safeguards
CAUTION!
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS TO THE ANT4100X OUTDOOR ANTENNA
These grounding instructions are very important. The information included
with your antenna system is to inform you that safety is an essential part
of installing and enjoying your new system.
1. Keep these instructions for future reference.
2. Do not overload wall outlets or extension cords.
3. Use safety precautions at all times when installing the antenna system.
Installing an Antenna system can be hazardous, especially if installed on
a rooftop or other similar structure. The Antenna system should never be
located near overhead power lines. When installing an Antenna system,
special care should be taken not to come in contact with any unknown
wiring or other potentially fatal power lines or circuits.
4. Grounding
Be sure the Antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection
against voltage surges and built up static charges.
It is mandated by the Occupational Safety And Health Administration
(OSHA), via the U.S. National Electrical Code (NEC) that all coaxial
cables potentially exposed to lightning, to accidental contact with light-
ning-carrying conductors, or to power conductors operating at a potential
which exceed 300 volts, must have the outer conductive shield grounded
as close to the entrance point on a building as possible. This includes the
grounding of masts, metal structures and the antenna.
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