Pace DC550P Operator's Manual page 5

SAFETY INFORMATION (cont.)
In addition to the Important Safety Instructions, please read the
Safety Information below.
Power sources
You must operate your home terminal only from the type of power
source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of
power supply to your home, consult your dealer or local power company.
Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or other power
outlets as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
Lightning
For added protection for your home terminal during a lightning
storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of
time, disconnect the antenna, cable system and telecommunication
line cord from your home terminal. See also item 13 in the
Important Safety Instructions.
Placement and mounting
Do not place your home terminal on an unstable or uneven surface.
Your home terminal may fall, causing serious injury to a child or
adult and serious damage to your home terminal. If you mount your
home terminal, for example to a wall or ceiling, follow the
manufacturer's instructions and use a mounting accessory
recommended by the manufacturer. See also item 12 in the
Important Safety Instructions.
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Ventilation
Slots and openings in the casing of your home terminal are provided
for ventilation, to ensure reliable operation of your home terminal
and to protect it from overheating.
• never block the ventilation openings by placing your home
terminal on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface;
• never cover the ventilation openings with items such as
newspapers, table-cloths or curtains;
• do not place your home terminal in a built-in installation such
as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or
you have adhered to the manufacturer's instructions;
• maintain a minimum distance of 3 inches around your home
terminal for sufficient ventilation.
See also item 7 in the Important Safety Instructions.
Water and moisture
Do not expose this home terminal to dripping or splashing and ensure
that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, are placed on your
home terminal. See also item 5 in the Important Safety Instructions.
Entry of objects and liquids
Never push objects of any kind into your home terminal through
openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out
parts that could result in fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of
any kind on your home terminal.