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Important Safeguards and Precautions
OUTDOOR
ANTENNA INSTALLATION
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SAFE ANTENNA AND CABLE CONNECTION
If an outside antenna
or cable system is connected
to the
FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ AND RETAIN ALL SAFETY
AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. HEED ALL
WARN NGS N THE MANUAL AND ON THE UN T
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INSTALLATION
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1
POWER SOURCE CAUTION
Operate only from a power source indicated on the
unit or in this manual.
If necessary,
have your
Electric Utility Service Company
or Video Products
Dealer verify the power source in your home.
2
POLARIZED
OR GROUNDING
PLUG
As a safety feature, this product comes with either
a polarized power cord plug (one blade is wider
than the other), or a three-wire
grounding type plug.
POLARIZED PLUG CAUTION:
This plug will only fit into an outlet one way. If you cannot
fully insert the plug, try reversing it. If it still will not fit,
have an electrician install the proper wall outlet. Do not
defeat the safety feature by tampering with the plug.
GROUNDING
PLUG CAUTION:
This plug will only fit into a three-hole
grounding
outlet.
If necessary,
have an electrician
install the
proper outlet.
Do not defeat the safety feature
by
tampering
with the plug.
3
POWER CORD
Make sure power cords are routed so that they
are not likely to have anything
rest on them, roll
over them, or be in the way of walking traffic.
If an extension
cord is used, make sure it also
has either a polarized
or grounded
plug and that
the cords can be securely
connected.
Frayed cords, damaged plugs, and damaged or
cracked wire insulation
are hazardous
and should
be replaced by a qualified
service technician.
Overloaded
outlets and extension
cords are fire
hazards and should be avoided.
4
DO NOT BLOCK VENTILATION HOLES
Ventilation
openings in the cabinet release heat
generated
during operation.
If they are blocked,
heat build-up inside the unit can cause failures that
may result in a fire hazard or heat damage to
cassettes
or discs.
For protection,
follow these rules:
a. Never cover ventilation slots or the unit while in
use, or operate the unit when placed on a bed,
sofa, rug, or other soft surface.
b. Avoid built-in installation,
such as a book case
or rack, unless proper ventilation
is provided.
5
PLACEMENT: AVOID EXTREMELY HOT LOCATIONS
OR SUDDEN TEMPERATURE CHANGES
Do not place the unit over or near heater or
radiator,
in direct sunlight,
inside closed vehicles,
in high temperature
[over 104°F (40°C)], or in over
75% humidity.
If the unit is suddenly
moved from
a cold place to a warm one, moisture may
condense
in the unit and on the tape causing
damage.
Never subject the unit to vibration,
impact, or place it so that the surface is titled as
internal
parts may be seriously
damaged.
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TO AVOID PERSONAL
INJURY
• Do not place unsecured equipment
on a sloping
surface.
• Do not place this unit on any support that is not
firm, level, and adequately
strong
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The unit could fall causing serious
injury to a child or adult and
damage to the unit.
• An appliance
and cart
combination
should be moved
with care. Quick stops,
excessive
force, and uneven
surfaces
may cause the appliance
and cart
combination
to overturn.
• Carefully
follow all operating instructions
and
use the manufacturer's
recommended
accessories
when operating this unit or
connecting
it to any other equipment.
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equipment,
be sure the antenna
or cable system is grounded
so as to provide some protection
against
built up static
charges
and voltage surges.
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Section 810 of the National
Electrical
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Code, ANSI/NFPA
70 (in Canada,
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part 1 of the Canadian
Electrical
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Code) provides
information
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with respect to proper grounding
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of the mast and supporting
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structure,
grounding
of the lead-in wire
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to an antenna
discharge
unit, size of grounding
conductors,
location of antenna
discharge
unit, connection
to grounding
electrodes
and requirements
for the grounding
electrode.
2 KEEPANTENNACLEAR OF HIGH VOLTAGEPOWERUNES OR CIRCUITS
An outside antenna system should be located welt away from
power lines, electric light or power circuits and where it will never
come into contact with these power sources if it should happen
to fall. When installing an outside antenna, extreme care should
be taken to avoid touching power lines, circuits or other power
sources as this could be fatal. Because of the hazards involved,
antenna installation
should be left to a professional.
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USING THE UNIT
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If the unit has been in storage or moved to a new location,
refer first to the INSTALLATION
section of these safeguards.
1 KEEP THE UNIT AWAY FROM WATER OR MOISTURE OF ANY KIND.
2 IF EQUIPMENT
IS EXPOSED TO RAIN, MOISTURE,
OR
STRONG
IMPACT,
unplug the unit and have it inspected by a
qualified
service technician
before use.
3 DURING
AN ELECTRICAL
STORM
During a lightning storm, whether
indoors or outdoors, or
before leaving the unit unused for extended
periods of time,
disconnect
all equipment from the power source as well as
the antenna
and cable system.
4 WHEN THE UNIT IS PLUGGED
IN
• Never expose the unit to rain or water. DO NOT OPERATE
if liquid has been spilled into the unit. Immediately
unplug
the unit, and have it inspected
by a service technician.
Fire and shock hazards
can result from electrical
shorts
caused by liquid contact
inside.
• Never drop or push any object through openings
in the unit.
Some internal
parts carry hazardous
voltages
and contact
can cause electric shock or fire hazard.
Do not put any foreign object on the disc tray.
• Avoid placing the unit directly above or below your TV set
as this may cause electrical
interference.
Keep all magnets
away from electronic
equipment.
5 USING ACCESSORIES
Use only accessories
recommended
by the manufacturer
to
avoid risk of fire, shock, or other hazards.
6 CLEANING
THE UNIT
Unplug the unit. Then, use a clean, dry, chemically
untreated
cloth to gently remove dust or debris. DO NOT USE cleaning
fluids, aerosols,
or forced air that could over-spray,
or seep
into the unit and cause electrical
shock. Any substance
such
as wax, adhesive
tape, etc. may mar the cabinet surface.
Exposure to greasy,
humid, or dusty areas may adversely
affect
internal
parts.
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SERVICE
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1
DO NOT SERVICE THIS PRODUCT
YOURSELF
If, after carefully
following
the detailed operating
instructions,
this product
does not operate
properly,
do not
attempt to open or remove covers, or make any
adjustments
not described
in the manual.
Unplug the unit
and contact a qualified
service technician.
2
IF REPLACEMENT
PARTS ARE REQUIRED
Make sure the service technician uses only parts specified
by the manufacturer, or those having the same safety
characteristics as the odginal parts. The use of unauthorized
substitutes may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
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HAVE THE SERVICE TECHNICIAN PERFORM A SAFETY CHECK
After any service or repairs to the unit, request the service
technician
to conduct
a thorough
safety check as
described
in the manufacture's
service literature
to ensure
that the unit is in safe operating
condition.
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