RCA L32HD32D User Guide & Warranty - Page 3

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all instructions. 5) Do not use this apparatus near water. 6) Clean only with a clean dry cloth. 7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade and the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician to replace the obsolete receptacle. 10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plug, and the point where it exits from the apparatus. 11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. 13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug damage, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. PORTABLE CART WARNING (symbol provided by RETAC) S3126A 15) Apparatus should not be exposed to dripping or splashing, and objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should not be placed on the apparatus. 16) An outside antenna system should not be located 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, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits, as contact with them might be fatal. 17) Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords, as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. 18) Do not push objects through any openings in this unit, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in fire or electric shock. Never spill or spray any type of liquid into the unit. 19) If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the unit, be sure the antenna or cable system is EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges, Section 810 of the ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides GROUND information with respect to proper grounding of the CLAMP ANTENNA mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20) GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21) unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE S2898A GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H) 51H0101A_eng.indd 3 3 2/26/08 9:47:31 AM