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into the outlet, try reversing the direction of the plug.
If the plug should still fail to t, contact an electrician
to replace the obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety
purpose of the polarized plug.
Power-Cord Protection: Power supply cords should be 12.
routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or
pinched by items placed upon or against them, pay-
ing particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and at the point which they exit from the
product.
Protective Attachment Plug: The product may be 13.
equipped with an attachment plug with overload
protection. This is a safety feature. See the operat-
ing instructions for replacement or directions to reset
the protective device. If replacement of the plug is re-
quired, be sure the service technician has used a re-
placement plug that has the same overload protection
as the original plug as specied by the manufacturer.
Outdoor Antenna Grounding: If an outside antenna is 14.
connected to the product, be sure the antenna system
is grounded so as to provide some protection against
voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article
810 of the National Electrical Code, ANS/NFPA 70
provides information with regard 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 require-
ments for the grounding electrode (see gure).
Lightning: For added protection for this product, unplug 15.
it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or
cable system during a lightning storm or when it is left
unattended and unused for long periods of time. This
will prevent damage to the product due to lightning or
power-line surges.
Power Lines: An outside antenna system should not 16.
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