HP (Hewlett-Packard) Compaq Personal Computer User Manual


 
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Lightning Protection
For added protection of any Compaq product during
a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused
for long periods of time, unplug the product from the wall
outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will
prevent damage to the product from lightning and power
line surges.
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Antenna Grounding
Antenna Grounding
Grounding Component
Electric Service Equipment
Ground Clamps
Ground Clamp
Grounding Conductors (NEC Section 810-21)
Antenna Discharge Unit (NEC Section 810-20)
Antenna Lead in Wire
Power Service Grounding Electrode System
(NEC Art 250, Part H)
Reference
Power Lines
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.
WARNING: When installing an outside antenna
system, extreme care should be taken to keep
from touching such power lines or circuits as
contact with them could be fatal.