Antennacraft CCS1233 - Manual (Page 3)

WARNING: INSTALLATION OF
THIS PRODUCT NEAR
POWERLINES IS DANGEROUS.
FOR YOUR SAFETY, FOLLOW THE
INSTALLATION DIRECTIONS.
DANGER
WATCH FOR POWERLINES!
You can be KILLED if this antenna
comes near electric powerlines.
READ INSTRUCTIONS.
IF AN ACCIDENT SHOULD
OCCUR WITH POWERLINES
1. Call for emergency help.
2. Don’t touch a person who has come in
contact with the antenna and the pow-
erline (you’ll be electrocuted, too).
3. If the victim is free and clear from any
electric powerlines and is unrespon-
sive, check their breathing and pulse.
If the victim is not breathing, admin-
ister artificial respiration. If they have
no pulse, administer CPR until emer-
gency help arrives.
FOLLOW THESE RULES AND LIVE
1. If you’re not sure about a careful, safe installation—don’t try to do it
yourself. Call your local power company or check with Yellow Pages
under “Antennas or Television and Radio Antenna Systems” for an
installer in your area.
2. With at least two people, assemble as much of the antenna on the
ground as possible.
3. Watch out for overhead powerlines. Check the distance to the pow-
erlines before you start installing—WE RECOMMEND YOU STAY A
MINIMUM OF TWICE THE MAXIMUM LENGTH OF THE ANTENNA
AND ITS MAST AWAY FROM ALL POWERLINES.
4. Do not use a metal ladder.
5. Remember, even the slightest touch of an antenna to a powerline can
cause a fatal shock.
6. Don’t try to do the job on a windy day.
7. Have a friend watch as a spotter on the ground when you’re on the roof
to see things you can’t.
8. If you start to drop the antenna, get away from it and let it fall.
9. If any part of the antenna comes in contact with a powerline—CALL
YOUR LOCAL POWER COMPANY; DON’T TRY TO REMOVE IT
YOURSELF! They will remove it safely.
10. Keep mast, lead-in and metal guy wires away from powerlines, too.
They are all excellent conductors of electrical current.
11. Be sure everyone understands the danger of touching an overhead
powerline. Tell them never to try to remove any object touching a
powerline.
12. Make sure that the antenna and its mast are properly grounded.
HOW TO SELECT AND MEASURE YOUR
INSTALLATION SITE
Before attempting to install your antenna, think of where you can best place
your antenna for safety and performance. Most antennas are supported by
pipe masts attached to the chimney, roof, or side of the house. Generally,
the higher the antenna is above the ground, the better it performs. A good
practice is to install your antenna about 5 to 10 feet above the roofline and
away from powerlines and obstructions.
Remember that the FCC limits your antenna height to 60 feet. If possible,
find a mounting place directly above your set, where the antenna lead-in
wire can take a short, vertical drop on the outside of the house for entry
through a wall or window near the set. To determine a safe distance from
wires, powerlines, and trees:
1. Measure the length of your antenna.
2. Add the antenna length to the height of your tower or mast.
3. Double this total for the minimum recommended safe distance.
If you cannot maintain this safe distance,
STOP! GET PROFESSIONAL HELP.
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