Precautions – Motorola sb6120 User Manual
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Precautions
Postpone SB6120 cable modem installation until there is no risk of a thunderstorm
or lightning activity in the area.
To avoid damaging the cable modem with static electricity:
• Always first connect the coaxial cable to the grounded cable TV wall outlet.
• Before you connect or disconnect the Ethernet cable from your cable modem or
PC, always touch the coaxial cable connector on the cable modem to release any
static charges.
To avoid potential shock, always unplug the power cord from the wall outlet or other
power source before disconnecting it from the SB6120 rear panel
To prevent overheating the SB6120, do not block the ventilation holes on the sides of
the unit. Do not open the unit. Refer all service to your Internet Service provider.
The product is capable of operating in an ambient temperature range of 0°C to
+40°C.
Wipe the cable modem with a clean, dry cloth. Never use cleaning fluid or similar
chemicals. Do not spray cleaners directly on the unit or use forced air to remove
dust.
Caution!
This product is for indoor use only. Do not route the Ethernet cable
outside of the building. Exposure of the cables to lightning could
create a safety hazard and damage the product.