Radio Shack 28 - Manual (Page 4)

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS AND PRECAUTIONS
1. Read instructions — All the safety and operat-
ing instructions should be read before the appli-
ance is operated.
2. Retain Instructions — The safety and operat-
ing instructions should be retained for future ref-
erence.
3. Heed Warnings — All warnings on the appli-
ance and in the operating instructions should be
adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions — All operating and use
instructions should be followed.
5. Cleaning — Unplug TV/VCR from the wall out-
let before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or
aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
6. Attachments — Do not use attachments not
recommended by the TV/VCR manufacturer as
they may cause hazards.
7. Water and Moisture — Do not use this TV/VCR
near water-for example, near a bath tub, wash
bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet base-
ment, or near a swimming pool.
8. Accessories — Do not place this TV/VCR on
an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table.
The TV/VCR may fall, causing serious injury to
someone and serious damage to the appliance.
Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table recommended by the manufacturer or sold
with the TV/VCR. Any mounting of the appliance
should follow the manufacturer’s instructions
and should use a mounting accessory recom-
mended by the manufacturer. An appliance and
cart combination should be moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven sur-
faces may cause an appliance and cart combi-
nation to overturn.
9. Ventilation — Slots and openings in the cabinet
and the back or bottom are provided for ventila-
tion and to ensure reliable operation of the TV/
VCR and to protect it from overheating. These
openings must not be blocked or covered. The
openings should never be blocked by placing
the TV/VCR on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar
surface.
This TV/VCR should never be placed near or
over a radiator or heat register. This TV/VCR
should not be placed in a built-in installation
such as a bookcase or rack unless proper venti-
lation is provided or the manufacturer’s instruc-
tions have been adhered to.
10. Power Sources — This TV/VCR 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 supplied to your home,
consult your appliance dealer or local power
company. For TV/VCRs intended to operate
from battery power or other sources, refer to the
operating instructions.
11. Grounding and Polarization — This TV/VCR is
equipped with a polarized alternating-current
line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the
other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only
one way. This is a safety feature. If you are
unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try
reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to
fit, contact your electrician to replace your obso-
lete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of
the polarized plug.
12. Power-Cord Protection — Power-supply cords
should be routed so 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 appliance.
13. Outdoor Antenna Grounding — If an outside
antenna or cable system is connected to the TV/
VCR, be sure the antenna or cable system is
grounded so as to provide some protection
against voltage surges and built-up static
charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical
Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides infor-
mation with respect 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-dis-
charge unit, connection to grounding electrodes,
and requirements for the grounding electrode.
G RO UND CL AM PS
NE C - NA TI O NAL EL E CTRI CAL CO DE
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER
NA TIONA L ELECT RIC AL CODE
S 2 8 9 8 A
W I R E
DI S CHA RG E UN I T
(NEC SE CTI ON 8 10 -2 0)
G RO UNDI NG CO NDUCT ORS
(NEC SE CTI ON 8 10 -2 1)
E L E C TR O DE S Y S T E M
(NEC A RT 2 50 , P ART H)
S E RV I CE
E Q U I P M E N T
C L A M P
AN TE NN A
L E A D I N
A NTEN NA
P OWE R S E RVI C E G RO UNDI NG
GROUN D
E L E CT RI C
F IGUR E A
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