Notices; Safety And Care; Important Safety Instructions - DirecTV SAT GO Owner's Manual

Notices

WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fi re or
electric shock, do not expose
this product to rain or moisture.
The apparatus shall not be
exposed to dripping or splashing
and that no objects fi lled with
liquids, such as vases, shall be
placed on the apparatus.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
IMPORTANT:
Be sure not to place your
DIRECTV Sat-Go system near
anything WET or HOT!
CAUTION:
There is a danger of explosion
if batteries are incorrectly
replaced. Replace only with
same or equivalent type.
TIP:
We highly recommend plugging
the DIRECTV Sat-Go system
into a surge protector to prevent
damage from fl uctuations in your
power supply.

Safety and Care

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Your DIRECTV Sat-Go system has been designed and manufactured to stringent
quality and safety standards. You should, however, be aware of the following important
precautions for safe and optimal use of the equipment.
Meaning of symbols printed on the rear panel of the product:
The " bolt of lightning" indicates un-insulated material within your unit may cause an
electrical shock. For the safety of everyone in your household, please do not remove
product covering.
The "exclamation point" calls attention to features for which you should read the
enclosed literature closely to prevent operating and maintenance problems.
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Important Safety Instructions

1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifi ers) that produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized
plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two
blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for
your safety. If the provided plug does not fi t into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cords from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specifi ed by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specifi ed by the manufacturer,
or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of
time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualifi ed service personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has
been dropped.
15) Do not place anything heavy, wet or magnetic on the TV or the power cord. Never cover the
ventilation openings with any material and never touch them with metallic or infl ammable
objects.
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