The following are tips for safe DCT opertaion:
Do NOT Move Your DCT (Digital Cable Terminal):
Your Cox digital cable terminal is really a computer that communicates with our network. It is set up to operate from only one cable outlet in your home. If you move your digital cable terminal, it is possible that it will not work properly in its new location. If you must move your control box for any reason, contact Cox Technical Support
Read and Retain Your User's Guide:
Read all of the instructions before you operate this equipment. Give particular attention to the safety precautions.
Safeguard Your Equipment:
- Avoid personal injury and damage to your equipment.
- Place all electronic equipment on a stable surface that is sturdy enough to support the size and weight of your equipment.
- Be
sure your equipment is always located close enough to an
electrical outlet to accommodate the length of the power
cord.
- CAUTION: An overextended cord can cause wires to fray and fail.
- CAUTION: An unstable surface can cause equipment to fall.
Keep Your Equipment Clean:
Dust can interfere with the performance of electronic equipment; and so can cleaning supplies.
- Do not use a liquid cleaner or an aerosol cleaner directly on the surfaces.
- Use
a damp cloth to clean this equipment.
- CAUTION: Be sure to unplug all equipment from the electrical outlet before cleaning.
- CAUTION: Dust removers, or any magnetic/static cleaning device may harm your equipment.
Avoid Contact With Liquid or Moisture:
Placing your equipment on a wet surface or placing wet objects on top of your equipment can cause electrical damage. Do not place beverages on your equipment.
Accessories
Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall causing serious injury and serious damage to the appliance. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the equipment. Any mounting of the appliance should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.
Power sources
This product should be operated only from the type of power sources indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your local power company. For equipment intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
Ground or polarization
This equipment may be equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
Power cord protection
Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.
Replacement parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
Safety check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this video product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operational condition.