User's Manual

04
SAFTY INSTRUCTIONS
< Safety Instructions continued >
11. Outdoor Antenna Grounding
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.
12. Lightning
For added protection for this product (receiver)
during 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.
13. Power Lines
An outside antenna system should not be
located in the vicinity of overhead power lines
or other electric light or power circuits, or where
it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When
installing an outside antenna system, extreme
care should be taken to keep from touching
such power lines or circuits as contact with
them might be fatal.
14. Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets and extension
cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric
shock.
14. Heat
The product should be situated away from heat
sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,
or other products (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
15. Cleaning
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before
cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol
cleaners. Use a dry cloth for cleaning.
16. Servicing
Do not attempt to service this product yourself
as opening or removing covers may expose you
to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
17. Damage Requiring Service
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:
Example of antenna grounding
As per national electrical code
Antenna lead in wire
Antenna discharge
unit
Grounding conductors
Ground clamps
Power service
grounding
Electrode system
Electric service
equipment
Ground clamp
- When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
- If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into
the product.
- If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
- If the product does not operate normally by following
the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls
that are covered by the operating instructions as an
improper adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and will often require extensive work by a
qualified technician to restore the product to its normal
operation.
- If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has
been damaged in any way.
- When the product exhibits a distinct change in
performance.