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12) Grounding or Polarization
This product is equipped with a three-wire grounding-
type plug a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This
plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet.
This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the
plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace
your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose
of the grounding-type plug.
13) 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.
14) 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.
15) 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 electrodes. See Figure
1-1.
16) Lightning
For added protection for this product during a
lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and
unused for long periods of time, unplug the product
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.
17) Power Lines
An outside antenna 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 may be fatal.
18) Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or
integral convenience receptacles as this can result in
a risk of fire or electric shock.
19) 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 receiver.
20) Servicing
Do not attempt to service this product yourself as
opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous volt-age or other hazards. Refer all
servicing to qualified service personnel.
21) Damage Requiring Service
Unplug the product from the wall outlet and refer
service opening 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 the
controls that are covered by the operating instructions
as an improper adjustment of other controls may
result in dam-age and will often require extensive
work by a qualified technician to restore the video
product to its nor-mal 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.
22) Replacement Parts
When replacements parts are required, be sure the
service technician has used replacements parts
specified by the manufacturer or have the same
characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized
substitutions may results in fire, electric shock or
other hazards.
23) Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
receiver, ask the service technician to perform safety
checks to determine that the product is in proper
operating condition.
24) Wall or Ceiling Mounting
The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling
only as recommended by the manufacturer.
25) Heat
The product should be situated away from heat
sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other products (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.
