DirecTV HIRD-D11 - Manual (Page 3)

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
For your safety and protection, read this entire Owner’s Manual before you attempt to install or use your DIRECTV System. In
particular, read this safety section carefully. Keep this safety information where you can refer to it if necessary.
INSTALLATION
Polarization—This DIRECTV System product is
equipped with a plug that will fit into the power outlet only
one way. Do not modify the plug defeating this feature. If
the plug does not fit, contact your electrician to replace
your outlet. To prevent electric shock, do not use this plug
with an extension cord or outlet unless you can fully insert
the blades without blade exposure.
Power Sources—Operate this DIRECTV System product
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 DIRECTV System
dealer or local power company.
Ventilation—Do not block the ventilation slots and
openings in the case. Do not block these openings by
placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar
surface. Do not place this product near or over a radiator or
heat register, or in a built-in installation such as a bookcase
or rack unless proper ventilation is provided.
For electrical safety, power line operated equipment or
accessories connected to this unit should bear the UL
listing mark or CSA certification mark and should not
be modified so as to defeat the safety features. This will
help avoid any potential hazard from electrical shock or
fire. If in doubt, contact qualified service personnel.
Accessories—To avoid personal injury or damage to the
digital satellite receiver, do not place the digital satellite
receiver on any unstable cart, stand, table, or bracket. Any
mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s
instructions.
Attachments—Do not use attachments unless
recommended by the DIRECTV System product
manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
Satellite Dish Antenna Grounding—The outdoor
satellite dish antenna used to receive satellite signals and
the cable used to connect the satellite dish antenna to the
indoor receiving unit are required to comply with local
installation codes and the appropriate sections of the
National Electric Code (NEC) and in particular Article 810-
15, which covers proper installation and grounding of
television receiving equipment, as well as to Article 820-
33, which specifies that the satellite dish antenna cable
ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the
building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
These codes require proper grounding of the metal structure
of the outdoor satellite dish antenna and grounding of the
connecting cable at a point where it enters the house (or
other building). If you are having a professional installer
make the installation, the installer must observe installation
codes. This manual contains instructions on how to make
the installation in compliance with the NEC. If additional
local installation codes apply, contact local inspection
authorities.
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING ACCORDING
TO THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN “RADIO AND
TELEVISION EQUIPMENT”
Water and Moisture—Do not use this DIRECTV
System product near water or moisture.
Television Antenna Information—Installing an
outdoor antenna can be hazardous and should be left to a
professional antenna installer. Do not locate the outside
antenna system 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, take extreme care to keep from touching
such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be
fatal. If an outside antenna is connected to the digital
satellite receiver, be sure the antenna system is grounded so
as to provide some protection against voltage surges and
built-up static charges. Section 810 of the NEC, NFPA No.
70 1987, 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 the
grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit,
connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for
the grounding electrode.
Power Lines—Extreme care must be taken when
installing and adjusting or maintaining the outdoor antenna
and connecting cable, especially in the vicinity of overhead
power lines, electric lights, or power circuits. When
installing the outdoor antenna or cable, extreme care should
be taken to keep from touching or approaching such power
lines or circuits, as contact with them might be fatal.
Cleaning—Unplug this DIRECTV System product from
the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners
or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
Object and Liquid Entry—Never push objects of any
kind into this DIRECTV System product through openings
as they may touch dangerous voltages or “short out” parts