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Important Safety Instructions 6501MA HDTV Monitor Owner's Manual
ANTENNA SAFETY
Instructions
Read and observe the antenna manufacturer's installation and safety instructions and
recommendations.
Site Selection
Select a safe site to install the antenna.
An outside antenna should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or
other electric light or power circuits, or where it may fall into such power lines or cir-
cuits. When installing an outside antenna, the distance between any power lines and
the installation site should be at least one and one-half times the height of the antenna
and mast assembly. Make the distance even greater, if at all possible. Since all over-
head power lines look somewhat alike, consider them all dangerous as contact with
them may be fatal.
If you have power lines in the area, call your local electric utility for assistance.
Antenna Mounting
NEVER work alone; always have someone near who can summon help.
Certain clothing may provide a degree of safety, but don't depend on it for your life
(rubber boots or shoes, industrial rubber gloves and a long sleeve shirt or jacket).
Check weather conditions. Be sure that it hasn't rained recently and that the lawn is
not wet or muddy. Make sure that rain or thunderstorms are not predicted for the day
you decide to install the antenna.
The wind can blow the antenna into a nearby power line. Don't install or remove anten-
nas in moderate or heavy winds.
If you need to use a ladder, make sure it is made of nonconductive (nonmetallic) mate-
rial.
If possible, have someone present who has been trained in electric shock first aid.
Antenna Installation
Properly assemble the antenna according to instructions (do this where the antenna is
to be put up).
"Tie off" the mast with dry, nonconductive ropes so you can control the side sway and
the direction of fall as you walk the assembly up. If it does start to fall, let go of it and let
it fall.
Don't attempt to "walk up" a mast over 30 feet tall. Get a professional to do it for you.
Once the antenna is up in full vertical position, securely fasten it by tying it to the side
of the house or by using "guy" wires.
Ground the antenna according to the National Electrical Code.
Rooftop Installations
DO NOT assume that just because you're on a roof, you're isolated from ground. You
may still be electrocuted or fall off the roof.
Emergency Aid for Shock
Be prepared to call for medical assistance in an emergency.
It is advisable to work with several other people when installing or removing an
antenna. One person should stand aside to direct the effort and watch for signs of trou-
ble. If someone does receive a shock, don't touch the victim while his body is still in
contact with the electricity, instead, pry or pull him away from the source of electricity
with a length of dry wood, rope, a blanket, or another nonmetallic object.
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