Sharp MD X5 - Manual (Page 2)

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12 Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna is connected to the
receiver, be sure the antenna 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 informa-
tion 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 ground-
ing electrode.
13 Non use Periods - The power cord of the appliance should be unplugged
from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time.
14 Object and Liquid Entry - Care should be taken so that objects do not
fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings.
15 Damage Requiring Service - The appliance should be serviced by
qualified service personnel when:
A The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or
B Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the appliance; or
C The appliance has been exposed to rain; or
D The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked
change in performance; or
E The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.
16 Servicing - The user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond
that described in the operating instructions. All other servicing should be
referred to qualified service personnel.
17 Grounding or Polarization - Precautions should be taken so that the
grounding or polarization means of an appliance is not defeated.
1 Heed Warnings - All warnings on the appliance and in the operating
instructions should be adhered to.
2 Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions should be
followed.
3 Water and Moisture - The appliance should not be used near water
- for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub,
in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.
4 Carts and Stands - The appliance should be used only with a cart
or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer.
• An appliance and cart combination should be
moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven sur-
faces may cause the appliance and cart combina-
tion to overturn.
5 Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The appliance should be mounted to a
wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
6 Ventilation - The appliance should be situated so that its location or
position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. For example,
the appliance should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar
surface that may block the ventilation openings; or, placed in a built-
in installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the
flow of air through the ventilation openings.
7 Heat - The appliance should be situated away from heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
8 Power Sources - The appliance should be connected to a power
supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as
marked on the appliance.
9 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
appliance.
10 Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for
cleaning.
11 Power Lines - An outdoor antenna should be located away from
power lines.
ANTENNA LEAD IN
WIRE
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
GROUND CLAMPS
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
S2898A
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
CAUTION
All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the
appliance is operated, and should be retained for future reference.
Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. This unit has
been engineered and manufactured to assure your personal safety.
Improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. In
order not to defeat the safeguards, observe the following basic rules for
its installation, use and servicing.
FOR YOUR RECORDS
For your assistance in reporting this unit in case of loss or theft, please record below the model number and serial number which are located on the
rear of the unit.
Please retain this information.
Model number
Serial number
Date of purchase
Place of purchase
SPECIAL NOTES
GROUND
CLAMP
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
within an equilateral triangle, is intended
to alert the user to the presence of
uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within
the product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
C A U T I O N
R I S K O F E L E C T R I C S H O C K
D O N O T O P E N
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