English 3Before use12.Servicing – Do not attempt to service this product yourselfas opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerousvoltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified servicepersonnel.13.Damage Requiring Service – Unplug this product from the walloutlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under thefollowing conditions:a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged,b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into theproduct,c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water,d) If the product does not operate normally by following theoperating instructions.e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way,andf) When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance– this indicates a need for service.g) If an abnormal smell or smoke is detected.14. Replacement Parts – When replacement parts are required, be surethe service technician has used replacement parts specified by themanufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part.Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or otherhazards.15.Safety Check – Upon completion of any service or repairs to thisproduct, ask the service technician to perform safety checks todetermine that the product is in proper operating condition.16.Wall or Ceiling Mounting – This product should be mounted toa wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.17.Heat – This product should be situated away from heat sourcessuch as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products thatproduce heat. Do not place a flaming object, such as a candle orlantern, or near the product.18.Power Lines – An outside antenna system should not be locatedin the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light orpower circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits.When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care shouldbe taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits ascontact with them might be fatal.19.Outdoor Antenna Grounding – If an outside antenna or cablesystem is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cablesystem is grounded so as to provide some protection againstvoltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of theNational Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides informationwith regard to proper grounding of the mast and supportingstructure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna dischargeunit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-dischargeunit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements forthe grounding electrode.EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODEPOWER SERVICE GROUNDINGELECTRODE SYSTEM(NEC ART 250, PART H)NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODEGROUNDING CONDUCTORS(NEC SECTION 810-21)ANTENNALEAD IN WIR EANTENNADISCHARGE UNIT(NEC SECTION 810-20)GROUND CLAMPELECTRIC SERVICEEQUIPMENTGROUND CLAMPSNotes:1. Item 7 is not required except for grounded or polarized equipment.2. Item 19 complies with UL in the U.S.A.IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSRead Instructions – All the safety and operating instructions shouldbe read before the product is operated.Retain Instructions – The safety and operating instructions shouldbe retained for future reference.Heed Warnings – All warnings on the product and in the operatinginstructions should be adhered to.Follow Instructions – All operating and use instructions should befollowed.1. Cleaning – Unplug this product from the wall outlet beforecleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use adamp cloth for cleaning.2. Attachments – Do not use attachments not recommended bythe product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.3. Water and Moisture – This product shall not be exposed todripping and splashing – for example, near a bath tub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near aswimming pool; and the like. Do not place an object containingliquid, such as a flower vase, on the appliance.4. Accessories – Do not place this product on anunstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. Theproduct may fall, causing serious injury to a childor adult, and serious damage to the product. Useonly with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or tablerecommended by the manufacturer. Any mountingof the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions,and should use a mounting accessory recommended by themanufacturer. A product and cart combination should be movedwith care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces maycause the product and cart combination to overturn.5. Ventilation – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided forventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product andto protect it from overheating, and these openings must not beblocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked byplacing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface.This product should not be placed in a built-in installation suchas a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or themanufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.6. Power Sources – This product should be operated only from thetype of power source indicated on the product. If you are not sure ofthe type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealeror local power company.7. CAUTION – Polarization – This product may be equippedwith a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having oneblade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outletonly one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert theplug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug shouldstill fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet.Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.8. Power Cord Protection – Power-supply cords should be routedso that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by itemsplaced upon or against them, paying particular attention to cordsat plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exitfrom the product.9. Lightning – For added protection for this product during alightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for longperiods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect theantenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the productdue to lightning and power-line surges.10.Overloading – Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, orintegral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fireor electric shock.11.Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of any kind intothis product through openings as they may touch dangerousvoltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire orelectric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.¤ Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation.