Important Safety Instructions - Cisco Linksys DPC3008 User Manual

Linksys DPC3008/EPC3008

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 amplifiers) 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 fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement
of the obsolete outlet .
10. Protect the power cord 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 specified by the manufacturer .
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified 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 qualified service personnel . Servicing is required
when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as a 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 .
Power source warning
A label on this product indicates the correct power source for this product .
Operate this product only from an electrical outlet with the voltage and
frequency indicated on the product label . If you are uncertain of the type of
power supply to your home or business, consult your service provider or your
local power company .
The AC inlet on the unit must remain accessible and operable at all times .
Ground the product
WARNING
Avoid electric shock and fire hazard! If this product connects to
coaxial cable wiring, make sure the cable system is grounded
(earthed) . Grounding provides some protection against voltage
surges and built-up static charges .
Outdoor grounding system
If this product connects to an outdoor antenna or cable system, be sure the
antenna or cable system is grounded (earthed) . This provides some protection
against voltage surges and built-up static charges .
Article 810 of the National Electric Code (NEC) ANSI/NFPA No . 70-1990, provides
the following information:
•
Grounding of the mast and supporting structure
• Grounding the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit
•
Size of the grounding conductors
• Location of the antenna-discharge unit
• Connection to grounding electrodes
• Requirements for the grounding electrodes (see the following antenna
grounding diagram as recommended by NEC ANSI/NFPA 70)
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