Safety Information - Furuno DRS4DL+ Installation Manual

SAFETY INFORMATION

Read these safety instructions before you operate or install the equipment.
WARNING
CAUTION
Warning, Caution
WARNING
Radio Frequency Radiation Hazard
The radar antenna sends the electromagnetic
radio frequency (RF) energy. This energy can
be dangerous to you, especially your eyes.
Do not look at the radiator or near the
antenna when the antenna is rotating.
The distances at which RF radiation levels of
2 2
100 W/m , 50 W/m and 10 W/m
shown in the table.
Note: If the antenna unit is installed at a
close distance in front of the wheel house,
prevent the transmission in that area to
protect passengers and crew from microwave
radiation. Set the [Sector Blanks] in the
[System] menu.
Distance to Distance to
100 W/m 2 50 W/m 2
point point
Indicates a condition that can cause death or serious
injury if not avoided.
Indicates a condition that can cause minor or moderate
injury if not avoided.
Prohibitive Action
2
exist are
Distance to
10 W/m 2
point
Worst case
85 cm
i
Mandatory Action
WARNING
Do not open the equipment.
The equipment uses high voltage that
can cause electrical shock. Refer any
repair work to a qualified technician.
Wear a safety belt and hard hat when
working on the antenna unit.
Serious injury or death can result if
someone falls from the radar mast.
If water leaks into the equipment or
something is dropped into the
equipment, immediately turn off the
power at the switchboard.
Fire or electrical shock can result.
If the equipment is giving off smoke
or fire, immediately turn off the
power at the switchboard.
Fire or electrical shock can result.
Do not disassemble or modify the
equipment.
Fire, electrical shock or serious injury
can result.
Do not place operate the equipment
with wet hands.
Electrical shock can result.