GE DV-354 - Manual (Page 3)

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
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
Code, 70, provides
Information with regard to proper grounding of
the mast and supporting structure, grounding
of the
wire to an antenna unit,
size of grounding conductors, location of
unit, connection to
grounding electrodes, and requirements for the
grounding electrode See Figure A
LIGHTNING For added protection for this
product during a lightning storm, or when is
left unattended and unused for long periods of
time, unplug it 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
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
Do not overload wall outlets,
extension cords, or Integral convenience
receptacles as
can result in a risk of fire or
electric shock
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
DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE Unplug this
product from the wall outlet and refer servicing
to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions
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When the power-supply cord or plug is
damaged.
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If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen
into the product
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If the product has been exposed to rain or
water
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If the product does not operate normally by
following the operating instructions Adjust
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
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If the product has been dropped or damaged in
any way
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When the product exhibits a distinct change in
performance -this indicates a need for
service
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
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
WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING The product
should not be mounted to a wall or ceiling
HEAT The product should be situated away
from heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other products (including
amplifiers) that produce heat
ANTENNA
LEAD IN WIRE
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or electric shock Never spill liquid of any
kind on the product
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
DISCHARGE UNIT
NEC SECTION
CONDUCTORS
N 810-21)
ROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
Fig. A ART 250, PART
NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
P R E V E N T F I R E O R SHOCK