Rf Radiation Hazard; General Safety Warnings - EMS 2000 IDU Series User Manual

1.6.1 RF Radiation Hazard

1.6.2 General Safety Warnings

Series 2000/3000 IDU User's Manual
Revision P4
of design, manufacture and intended use of the equipment. EMS
Technologies assumes no liability for the customer's failure to
comply with these requirements.
Please review the following important safety information before installation and use of the
equipment.
Warning: The powerful radio frequency (RF) signal from the ODU
transmitter and antenna can be very hazardous. Ensure that all
transmission from the ODU has been disabled before approaching
it.
• This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate RF energy and may cause interfer-
ence to radio communications or could cause harm or injury to a non-alert person if
not installed and used in accordance with this documentation.
• The equipment described in this manual is designed for use by properly trained per-
sonnel. Only qualified personnel who are aware of hazards involved shall carry out
installation and maintenance and repair of the exposed equipment.
• The user must verify all local regulations before installing the IDU.
• Read all safety and operating instructions before operating the equipment.
• Retain all safety and operating instructions for future reference.
• Read all warnings instructions on the unit and the operating instructions.
• Exceeding the maximum rated AC input voltage could result in damage to the unit.
Operating with a fuse of improper rating could result in a fire hazard.
• Operating the unit with the safety ground wire of the supply or the power cord discon-
nected could result in a shock hazard.
• Do not operate this unit with the enclosure ungrounded and floating.
• No operator serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.
• To prevent electrical shock, do not remove covers.
• Do not spill food or liquids on your unit. Doing so can cause fire or electric shock by
shorting out internal components.
• Do not use the equipment in damp surroundings and avoid direct contact with water.
• Never place the equipment in direct sunlight, and keep your unit away from radiators
and heat sources.
• If the unit has a fan, do not cover the fan opening when the unit is in use, as this will
impede the ventilation required.
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