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Important Safety Instructions
READ BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT
This product was designed and manufactured to meet strict quality
and safety standards. There are, however, some installation and
operation precautions which you should be particularly aware of.
1.
Read Instructions All the safety and operating instructions
should be read before the product is operated.
2.
Retain Instructions The safety and operating instructions
should be retained for future reference.
3.
Heed Warnings All warnings on the product and in the
operating instructions should be adhered to.
4.
Follow Instructions All operating and use instructions should
be followed.
5.
Cleaning Unplug this product from the wall outlet before
cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp
cloth for cleaning.
6.
Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by
the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
7.
Water and Moisture Do not use this product near waterfor
example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub,
swimming pool, in a wet basement, and the like.
8.
Accessories Do not place this product on an unstable cart,
stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing
serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the
product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table
recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product.
Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer's
instructions, and should use a mounting accessory
recommended by the manufacturer.
9.
A product and cart combination
should be moved with care. Quick
stops,
excessive
force,
and
uneven surfaces may cause the
product and cart combination to
overturn.
10.
Ventilation Slots and openings in
the cabinet are provided for
ventilation and to ensure reliable
operation of the product and to
protect it from overheating. These
openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should
never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or
other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a
built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper
ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions have
been adhered to.
11.
Power Sources This product should be operated 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
product dealer or local power company. For products intended
to operate from battery power or other sources, refer to the
operating instructions.
12.
Power Cord Protection Power supply cords should be routed
so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items
placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to
cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where
they exit from the product.
13.
Protective Attachment Plug The product is equipped with an
attachment plug having overload protection. This is a safety
feature. See Instruction Manual for replacement or resetting of
protective device. If replacement of the plug is required, be sure
the service technician has used a replacement plug specified
by the manufacturer that has the same overload protection as
the original plug.
14.
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. Article 810
of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides
information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and
supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an
antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location
of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes,
and requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure 1.
15.
Lightning Lightning Unplug the unit from the wall outlet and
disconnect the antenna or cable system for added protection
during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and
unused for long periods of time. 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 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.
17.
Overloading Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or
integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of
fire or electric shock.
18.
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.
19.
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.
20.
Damage Requiring Service Unplug this product from the wall
outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under
the following conditions:
a.
When the power supply cord or plug is damaged.
b.
If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.
c.
If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d.
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.
e.
If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way, and
f.
When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance
this indicates a need for service.
21.
Replacement Parts When replacement parts are required, be
sure the service technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer or 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 The product should be mounted to a
wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
24.
Heat The product should be situated away from heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
