Getting Started; Safety Instructions; Safety Precautions Per Iec704-1 - Advantech FWA-5020 User Manual

1. G S
ETTING TARTED
1.1

Safety Instructions

This section provides warnings that precede potentially dangerous procedures throughout this
manual. Instructions contained in the warnings must be followed during all phases of
operation, service, and repair of this equipment. You should also employ all other safety
precautions necessary for the operation of the equipment in your operating environment. If
you are not sure about the precautions applicable to your operating environment, please
contact your company's safety administrator. For basic information you may also refer to the
safety precautions per IEC704-1 listed below although Advantech disclaims all responsibility
for the accuracy of any statements contained therein and its applicability for your specific
environment.
Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific warnings elsewhere in this manual
could result in personal injury or damage to the equipment.
Advantech intends to provide all necessary information to install and handle the FWA-5020 in
this manual. Because of the complexity of this product and its various uses, we do not
guarantee that the given information is complete. If you need additional information, contact
your Advantech representative.
The product has been designed to meet the standard industrial safety requirements. It must
not be used except in its specific area as specified in section 2.3.
Only personnel trained by Advantech or persons qualified in electronics or electrical
engineering are authorized to install, service or maintain the product. The information given in
this manual is meant to complete the knowledge of a specialist and must not be used as
replacement for qualified personnel. Operating personnel must not remove equipment covers.
Only factory authorized service personnel or other qualified service personnel may remove
equipment covers for internal subassembly or component replacement or any internal
adjustment.
Do not install substitute parts or perform any unauthorized modification of the equipment or
the warranty may be voided. Contact your local Advantech representative for service and
repair to make sure that all safety features are maintained.

1.1.1 Safety Precautions per IEC704-1

1. Read these safety instructions carefully.
2. Keep this User Manual for later reference.
3. Keep this equipment away from humidity.
4. Put this equipment on a reliable surface during installation. Dropping it or letting it fall
may cause damage.
5. Make sure the voltage of the power source is correct before connecting the equipment
to the power outlet.
6. Position the power cord so that people cannot step on it. Do not place anything over the
power cord.
7. All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.
8. If the equipment is not used for a long time, disconnect it from the power source to avoid
damage by transient over-voltage.
9. Never pour any liquid into an opening. This may cause fire or electrical shock.
10. For safety reasons, the equipment should be opened only by qualified service personnel.
11. If one of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by service personnel:
12. The power cord or plug is damaged.
13. Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.
14. The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
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