General Safety Practices - Cisco VG310 Installing Manual

Installing the Cisco VG310 and Cisco VG320 Voice Gateways
Warning
Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the
network interface. Statement 1037
Warning
Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk
of electric shock from lightning. Statement 1038
Warning To report a gas leak, do not use a telephone in the vicinity of the leak. Statement 1039
Warning Before opening the unit, disconnect the telephone-network cables to avoid contact with telephone-network
voltages. Statement 1041
Warning This equipment contains a ring signal generator (ringer), which is a source of hazardous voltage. Do not touch
the RJ-11 (phone) port wires (conductors), the conductors of a cable connected to the RJ-11 port, or the
associated circuit-board when the ringer is active. The ringer is activated by an incoming call. Statement 1042
Warning For diverging beams, viewing the laser output with certain optical instruments within a distance of 100 mm
may harm your eyes. For collimated beams, viewing the laser output with certain optical instruments designed
for use at a distance may harm your eyes. Statement 1054
Warning
Installation of the equipment must comply with local and national electrical codes. Statement 1074

General Safety Practices

Follow these guidelines to ensure personal safety and protect the equipment:
• Keep the area around the chassis clear of obstacles and free from dust during and after installation.
• If you remove a chassis during installation and maintenance, place the chassis cover in a safe place.
• Keep tools away from walk areas to prevent hazards such as slips, trips, and falls.
• Do not wear loose clothing that may get caught in the chassis.
• Wear safety glasses if you are working under conditions that might be hazardous to the eyes.
Installing the Cisco VG310 and Cisco VG320 Voice Gateways
General Safety Practices
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