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Important Safeguards
and Precautions
FOR
YOUR
SAFETY,
READ
AND RETAIN
ALL
SAFETY
AND
OPERATING
IN-
STRUCTIONS.
HEED
ALL
WARNINGS
IN
THE
MANUAL
AND ON THE
UNIT
INSTALLATION
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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.
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POLARIZED
OR GROUNDING
PLUG
As a safety feature, this Video product comas 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 revemlng 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 electdcian Install the proper outleL Do
not defeat the safety feature by tampering with the plug.
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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.
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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.
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 AVOID
EXTREMELY
HOT LOCATIONS
OR SUDDEN
TEMPERATURE
CHANGES
Do not place the unit over or near any kind of heater or
regulator, in direct sunlight, inside a closed vehicle, etc..
Do not move the unit suddenly between areas of
extreme temperature variation. If the unit is suddenly
moved from a cold place to a warm place, moisture
may condense in the unit and on the tape.
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TO AVOID
PERSONAL
INJURY
• DO not place unsecured equipment on a sloping
surface.
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• DO not place this unit on any support
that is not firm, level, and adequately
"strong. 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 usa
the manufacturer's recommended accessories
when operating this unit or connecting
it to any
o'ffler equipment.
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OUTDOOR
ANTENNA INSTALLATION
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SAFE
ANTENNA
AND CABLE
CONNECTION
If an outside antenna or cable system
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is connected to the equipment,
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be sure the antenna or cable system
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is grounded so as to provide soma
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protection against built up static
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charges and voltage surges.
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Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70
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with respect to proper grounding of the
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mast and supporting stnJcture, grounding
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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.
KEEP
ANTENNA
CLEAR
OF HIGH
VOLTAGE
POWER
LINES
OR CIRCUITS
An outside antenna system should be located well 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 fell. When installing an outside
antenna, extreme care should be taken to avoid touching power lines,
circuits or other power sources as this could be fetal. Because of the
hazards involved, antenna installation should be left to a professional.
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USING THE VIDEO 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
THIS
VIDEO
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.
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DURING
AN ELECTRICAL
STORM
Dudng 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.
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.
• Avoid placing the unit directly above or below your TV set as this may
cause electdcal interference. Keep all magnets away from electronic
equipment.
USING
ACCESSORIES
Use only accessories recommended by the manufacturer to avoid risk of
fire, shock, or other hazards.
CLEANING
THE UNIT
Unplugthe unit.Then, use a clean,dry, chemically untreatedclothtogently
removedustor debds.DO NOT USE cieanlng fluids,aerosols,or forcedair
that couldover-spray,or seep intothe unitand cause electrical s hock.
Any substancesuchas wax, adhesivetape, etc. maymar the cabinet
surface.Exposureto greasy,humid.or dustyareas nlay adverselyaffect
internal p arts.
SERVICE
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DO NOT SERVICE
THIS
PRODUCT
YOURSELF
If, after carefully following the detailed operating instructions, this Video
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 se_ca
technician.
IF REPLACEMENT
PARTS ARE REQUIRED
Makesuretheservicetechnician u sesonlypartsspecified by ''the:_,
or thosehaving thesamesafetycharacteristics,
as theoriginal p arts.Theuseof
unauthorized s ubstitutes m ay resbit-ln fire,eiac1_c shock,orotherhazards.
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 manufactura's service
literature to insure that the video unit is in safe operating condition.
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