Safety Precautions - Avaya Ethernet Routing Switch 8300 Series Quick Start Manual

Installation preparation

Safety precautions

This section describes the safety precautions which are vital for the handling and installation
of the Ethernet Routing Switch 8300.
Safety precautions navigation
• Personal safety
• Modules safety
• Cables and connectors safety
• Electrostatic discharge safety
Personal safety
For your safety, review the following personal safety warnings before working with the Ethernet
Routing Switch 8300.
Voltage:
Risk of injury by electric shock
Before working on this equipment, be aware of proper safety practices and the hazards
involved with electrical circuits. Use only power cords that have a grounding path. Ensure
the switch is properly grounded before powering on the unit.
Warning:
Risk of injury by fan blades
When removing the fan module, do not put your hands into the opening because spinning
fan blades are in the adjacent fan modules.
Warning:
Risk of eye injury by laser
Fiber optic equipment can emit laser or infrared light that can injure eyes. Never look into
an optical fiber or connector port. Always assume that fiber optic cables are connected to a
light source.
Caution:
Risk of electromagnetic interference
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