Canon GL2 - Manual (Page 3)

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
In these safety instructions the word “product”
refers to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder GL2
and all its accessories.
1. Read Instructions — All the safety and
operating instructions should be read before the
product is operated.
2. Retain Instructions — The safety and operating
instructions should be retained for future
reference.
3. Heed Warnings — All warnings on the product
and in the operating instructions should be
adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions — All operating and
maintenance instructions should be followed.
5. Cleaning — Unplug this product from the wall
outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or
aerosol cleaners. The product should be
cleaned only as recommended in this manual.
6. Accessories — Do not use accessories not
recommended in this manual as they may be
hazardous.
7. Avoid magnetic or electric fields — Do not use
the camera close to TV transmitters, portable
communication devices or other sources of
electric or magnetic radiation. They may cause
picture interference, or permanently damage the
camera.
8. Water and Moisture — Hazard of electric shock
— Do not use this product near water or in
rainy/moist situations.
9. Placing or Moving — Do not place
on an unstable cart, stand, tripod,
bracket or table. The product may
fall, causing serious injury to a
child or adult, and serious damage
to the product.
A product and cart combination should be
moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force,
and uneven surfaces may cause the product
and cart combination to overturn.
10. Power Sources — The CA-920 Compact Power
Adapter 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 supply
to your home, consult your product dealer or
local power company. Regarding other power
sources such as battery power, refer to
instructions in this manual.
11. Polarization — The CA-920 Compact Power
Adapter is equipped with a polarized 2-prong
plug (a plug having one blade wider than the
other).
The 2-prong polarized 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 still fails
to fit, contact your electrician to replace your
obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety
purpose of the polarized plug.
12. Power Cord Protection — Power cords should
be routed so that they are not likely to be
walked on or pinched by items placed upon or
against them. Pay particular attention to plugs
and the point from which the cords exit the
product.
13. Outdoor Antenna Grounding — If an outside
antenna is connected to the product, be sure
the antenna 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 information 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 discharge unit, connection
to grounding electrodes, and requirements for
the grounding electrode. See figure 1.
14. Lightning — For added protection of this
product during a lightning storm, or when it is
left unattended and unused for long periods of
time, disconnect it from the wall outlet and
disconnect the antenna. This will prevent
damage to the product due to lightning and
power-line surges.
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS
PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE
UNIT
(NEC SECTION
810-20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE
GROUNDING ELECTRODE
SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250. PART H)
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
GROUND
CLAMP
Fig. 1