Safety Instructions - Zenith System 3 Z27X31 Operating Manual & Warranty

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ""....
14. Outdoor Antenna Grounding 18.
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
(U.S.A.), ANSI/NFPA 70 provides information 19.
with regard to proper grounding of the mast and
supporting structure, grounding of tile lead-in wire
te an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding con-
ductors, location of antenna-discharge unit,
connection to grounding electrodes, and require- 20.
ments for the grounding electrode.
EXAMPLE OF GROUNDING ACCORDING TO
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE INSTRUCTIONS
Antenna Lead in Wire
.,J Ground
Clamp_ i i Antenna Discharge Unit
(NEC Section 810-20)
Grounding Conductors
1 . (NEC Section 810-21)
Power Service Grounding
Electrode System (NEC
T Art 250, Part H)
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
15. Lightning
For added protection for this product (receiver) dur-
ing 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.
16. Power Lines
An outside antenna system should not be located in
the vicinity of overhead power lines or other elec-
tric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into
snch power lines or circuits. When installing an out-
side antenna system, take extreme care to keep
from touching such power lines or circuits, as
contact with them might be fatal.
17. Overloading
• _ Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords,
as this can result in a risk of fire Or electric shock.
21.
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.
Servicing
Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as
opening or removing covers may expose you to dan-
gerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing
to qualified service personnel.
Damage Requiring Service
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:
a. If the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen,
into the produLct.
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the product does not operate normally by fol-
lowing the operating instructions. Adjust only
those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions ; improper adjustment of other con-
trois may result in damage and will often re-
quire extensive work by a qualified technician
to restore the product to its normal operation.
e. If the prodt_ct has been dropped or the cabinet
has been damaged.
f. If the product exhibits a distinct change in per-
formance.
Replacement Parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure the
service technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer orthat have the same
characteristics-as the original part. Unauthorized
substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or
other hazards.
22. Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
product, ask the service technician to perform
safety checks to determine that the product is in
proper operating condition.
23. Wall or Ceiling Mounting
Mount the product to a wall or ceiling only as
recommended by the manufacturer.
24. Heat
Keep the product away from heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stove,;, or other products
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
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