Electrical Safety - IBM IntelliStation M Pro Hardware Maintenance Manual

Electrical safety

CAUTION:
Electrical current from power, telephone, and communication cables can be
hazardous. To avoid personal injury or equipment damage, disconnect the
attached power cords, telecommunication systems, networks, and modems
before you open the server covers, unless instructed otherwise in the
installation and configuration procedures.
Observe the following rules when working on electrical equipment.
Important: Use only approved tools and test equipment. Some hand tools have
v Find the room emergency power-off (EPO) switch, disconnecting switch, or
v Do not work alone under hazardous conditions or near equipment that has
v Disconnect all power before:
v Before you start to work on the computer, disconnect the power cord. If you
v If you need to work on a computer that has exposed electrical circuits, observe
v Regularly inspect and maintain your electrical hand tools for safe operational
v Do not use worn or broken tools and testers.
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handles that are covered with a soft material that does not insulate you
when working with live electrical currents.
Many customers have, near their equipment, rubber floor mats that
contain small conductive fibers to decrease electrostatic discharges. Do
not use this type of mat to protect yourself from electrical shock.
electrical outlet. If an electrical accident occurs, you can then operate the switch
or disconnect the power cord quickly.
hazardous voltages.
– Performing a mechanical inspection
– Working near power supplies
– Removing or installing main units
cannot disconnect it, ask the customer to power off the wall box that supplies
power to the computer and to lock the wall box in the off position.
the following precautions:
– Ensure that another person, familiar with the power-off controls, is near you.
Remember: Another person must be there to switch off the power, if
necessary.
– Use only one hand when working with powered-on electrical equipment; keep
the other hand in your pocket or behind your back.
Remember: There must be a complete circuit to cause electrical shock. By
observing this rule, you can prevent a current from passing through your body.
– When using testers, set the controls correctly and use the approved probe
leads and accessories for that tester.
– Stand on suitable rubber mats (obtained locally, if necessary) to insulate you
from grounds such as metal floor strips and machine frames.
Observe the special safety precautions when you work with very high voltages;
these instructions are in the safety sections of maintenance information. Use
extreme care when measuring high voltages.
condition.