Important Safeguards and Precautions
FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ AND
RETAIN ALL SAFETY AND OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS. HEED ALL WARNINGS
IN THE MANUAL AND ON THE UNIT
INSTALLATION J
POWER SOURCE CAUTION
Operate only from a power source indicated on the unit or in
th s manual. If necessary, have your Eiecthc Utility Servme
Company or Video Products Dealer verify the power source
in your home.
2 POLARIZED OR GROUNDING PLUG
As a safety feature, this Video product comes with either
a polarized power cord plug (one blade is wider than the
other), or a three-wire grounding type plug.
POLARIZED PLUG CAUTION:
This plug will only fit into an outlet one way. If you cannot
fully insert the plug, try reversing it. If it still will not fit,
have an electrician install the proper wall outlet.
DO not defeat the safety feature by tampodng with the i_ug.
GROUNDING PLUG CAUTION:
This plug will only fitinto a three-hoie3grounding outlet.
If necessa_, have an electrician install the proper outlet.
Do not defeat the safety feature by tampering with the plug.
3 POWER CORD
Make sure power cords are routed so that they are not likely
to have anything rest on them, roll over them, or be in the
way of walking traffic. If an extension cord LSused, make
sure it also has either a poledzod or grounded ptug and that
the cords can be securely connected. Frayed cords, damaged
plugs, and damaged or cracked wire insulation are hazardous
and should be replaced by a qualified service technician.
Overloaded outlets and extension cords are fire hazards and
should be avoided.
4 DO NOT BLOCK VENTILATION HOLES
Ventilation openings in the cabinet release heat generated
during operation. It they are blocked, heat build-up inside the
unit can cause failures that may result in afire hazard or
heat damage to cassettes.
For protection, follow these rules:
a, Never cover ventilation slots or the unit
while in use, or operate the unit when placed
on a bed, sofa, ruLJg,or other soft surface.
b. Avoid built-in installation, such as a book case
or rack, unless proper ventilation is provided.
5 AVOID EXTREMELY HOT LOCATIONS OR
SUDDEN TEMPERATURE CHANGES
DO not place the unit over or near any kind of heater
or regulator, in direct sunlight, inside aclosed vehicld, etc..
DO not move the unit suddenly between areas of extreme
temperature vadatldn. If the unit is suddenly moved from a
cold place to awarm place, moisture may condense in the
unit and on the tape.
6 TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY
•Do not place unsecured equipment on asloping surface.
•DO not place this unit on any support
that is not firm, level, and adequately ._
strong. The unit could taft causing
serious injury to a child or adult and
damage to the unit.
• An appliance and cart combination
should be moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive force, and
uneven surfaces may cause the
appliance and cart combination to overturn.
•Carefully follow aJI operating instructions and use
the manufacturer's recommended accessories when
operating this unit or connecting it to any other equipment.
J OUTDOOR ANTENNA INSTALLATION J
1 SAFE ANTENNA AND CABLE CONNECTION
if an outside antenna or cable system
is connected to the equipmerd, N=©._
be sure the antenna or cable system _,...._=
is grounded so as to provide some _
protection against built up static
charges and voltage surges..
Section 810 of the National =,==,==_
Electdcal Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 _Q"=_= "_
(in Canada, part1 of the Canadian / ='_'"_ I_ ,{_J _ _=0_
Electrical Code) provides information _ _.-a3J.///____=_,,,_=_,_
with reopect 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 ofantanna discharge unit, connection
to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode.
2 KEEP ANTENNA CLEAR OF HIGH VOLTAGE POWER LINES
OR CIRCUITS
An outside antenna system should be located well away from power lines,
electnc lightor power circuits and where it will never come intocontact with
these power sources it it should happen to tall. When installing an outside
antenna, extreme care should be taken to avoid touching power lines,
circuits or other power sources as this could be fatal. Because of the
hazards involved, antenna installation should be left to a professional.
IUS,NT.EV,OEOUN,T 1
If the unit has been in storage or moved to a new location,
refer first to the INSTALLATION section of these safeguards.
1 KEEP THIS VIDEO UNIT AWAY FROM WATER OR
MOISTURE OF ANY KIND.
2 IF EQUIPMENT IS EXPOSED TO RAIN, MOISTURE, OR
STRONG IMPACT, unplug the unit and have it inspected by aqualified
service technician before use.
3 DURING AN ELECTRICAL STORM
During a lightning storm, whether indoors or outdoors or before leaving the
unit unused for extended periods of time, disconnect all equipment from the
power source as well as the antenna and cabld system.
4 WHEN THE UNIT IS PLUGGED IN
•Never expose the unitto rain or water. DO NOT OPERATE
if liquid has been spilled intothe unit. immediately unplug the unit,
and have it inspected by a service technician. Fire and shock hazards
can result from electrical shorts caused by liquid contact inside.
•Never drop or push any object through openings in the unit. Some internal parts
cam.( hazardous voltages and coctaut can CaLr=eeleclJ'icshock or fire hazard.
•Avoid placing the unit direcity above or below your TV set as this may cause
electrical interference. Keep all magnets away from electronic equipment.
5 USING ACCESSORIES
Use only accessories recommended by the manufacturer to avoid dsk of fire,
shock, or other hazards.
6 CLEANING THE UNIT
Unplug the unit. Then, use a dean, dry, chemically untreated cloth to gently
remove dust or debits. DO NOT USE cleaning fluids, aerosols, or forced air
that could over-spray, or seep into the unit and cause electdcal shock,
Any substance such _s wax, adhesive tape, etc. may mar the cabinet surface.
Exposure to greasy, humid, or dusty areas may adversely affect internal parts.
ISERVICE ]
1 DO NOT SERVICE THIS PRODUCT YOURSELF
If, after carefully following the detailed operating instructions this Video
product does not operate properly, do not attempt to open or remove
covers, or make an ad ustments not described in the manual.
Unplug the unt an_contact a qua lad service technician.
2 IF REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE REQUIRED
Make sure tt_e service technician uses only p_ts specif;ed by the manufacturer,
or those _ng _ same safety charautenstk_ as the oti_n_d garts. The use of
unauthonzod sudst_Jtes may result in tim, _ecthc shock, or other hazards.
3 HAVE THE SERVICE "i]ECHNIClAN PERFORM A SAFETY CHECK
•After any service or repairs to the unit, request the service technician to
Safety Prec utlon conduct athrough sefety cheek as desoribed in the manufacture's service
---- _ dr ...... hterature to insure that the wdeo unit =s_n safe operating condition.
Warning: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture.
CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot fully insert.
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