DataCard CP80 Plus Service Manual page 10

Safety Issues
All Datacard products are built to strict safety and reliability specifications in
accordance with UL60950-1 and CUL requirements; therefore, safety issues
pertaining to operation and repair of Datacard equipment are primarily
environmental and human interface.
The following basic safety tips are given to ensure safe installation, operation,
and maintenance of Datacard equipment and are not to be considered as
comprehensive on all matters of safety.
Safe Environment
• Connect equipment to a grounded facility power source. Do not defeat or
bypass the ground lead.
• Place the equipment on a stable surface (table), and ensure floors in work
area are dry and non-slip. Insulated rubber floor mats are preferred.
• Know the location of equipment branch circuit interrupters or circuit
breakers and how to turn them on and off in case of emergency.
• Know the location of fire extinguishers and how to use them. Use only ABC
type extinguishers on electrical fires.
• Know local procedures for first aid and emergency assistance at the customer
facility.
• Use adequate lighting at the equipment.
• Maintain the recommended range of temperature and humidity in
equipment area.
Do not use this product in an environment containing volatile or flammable
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compounds.
Safe Human Interface
Use proper lifting techniques when moving or installing the equipment.
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• Use standard electrostatic discharge (ESD) precautions when working on or
near electrical circuits.
• Do not defeat or disconnect safety interlocks.
• Observe standard safety precautions when servicing the system.
WARNING: To avoid a possible electric shock, always unplug the system
before servicing.
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