LG STB-6500-UB Owner's Manual page 4

• Outdoor Antenna Grounding (Can differ by
country):
- If an outdoor antenna is installed, follow the
precautions below. An outdoor antenna system
should not be located in the vicinity of overhead
power lines or other electric light or power
circuits, or where it can come in contact with
such power lines or circuits as death or serious
injury can occur. Be sure the antenna system is
grounded to provide some protection against
voltage surges and built-up static charges Section
810 of the National Electrical Code (NEC) in the
U.S.A. 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 grounding conductors,
location of antenna discharge unit, connection
to grounding electrodes and requirements for
the grounding electrode. Antenna grounding
according to the National Electrical Code, ANSI/
NFPA 70
• Grounding (Except for devices which are not
grounded.)
- Set-top box with a three-prong grounded AC plug
must be connected to a three-prong grounded AC
outlet. Ensure that you connect the earth ground
wire to prevent possible electric shock.
• Never touch this apparatus or antenna during a
lightning storm. You may be electrocuted.
• Make sure the power cord is connected securely
to the Set-top box and wall socket if not secured
damage to the Plug and socket may occur and in
extreme cases a fire may break out.
• Do not insert metallic or inflammable objects into
the product. If a foreign object is dropped into the
product, unplug the power cord and contact the
customer service.
• Do not touch the end of the power cord while it is
plugged in. You may be electrocuted.
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• If any of the following occur, unplug the product
immediately and contact your local customer
service.
- The product has been damaged.
- If water or another substance enters the product
(like an AC adapter, power cord, or Set-top box).
- If you smell smoke or other odors coming from
the Set-top box.
- When lightning storms or when unused for long
periods of time.
Even the Set-top box is turned off by remote control
or button, AC power source is connected to the unit
if not unplugged in.
• Do not use high voltage electrical equipment near
the Set-top box (e.g., a bug zapper). This may result
in product malfunction.
• Do not attempt to modify this product in any way
without written authorization from LG Electronics.
Accidental fire or electric shock can occur. Contact
your local customer service for service or repair.
Unauthorized modification could void the user's
authority to operate this product.
• Use only an authorized attachments / accessories
approved by LG Electronics. Otherwise, this may
result in fire, electric shock, malfunction, or product
damage.
• Never disassemble the AC adapter or power cord.
This may result in fire or electric shock.
• Handle the adapter carefully to avoid dropping or
striking it. An impact could damage the adapter.
• To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not
touch the Set-top box with wet hands. If the power
cord prongs are wet or covered with dust, dry the
power plug completely or wipe dust off.
• Batteries
- Store the accessories (battery, etc.) in a safe
location out of the reach of children.
- Do not short circuit, disassemble, or allow the
batteries to overheat. Do not dispose of batteries
in a fire. Batteries should not be exposed to
excessive heat.