Power Cord Set Requirements; General Requirements; Japanese Power Cord Requirements; Country-Specific Requirements - HP Z Series Maintenance And Service Manual

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Power cord set requirements

The power supplies on some computers have external power switches.
The voltage select switch feature on the computer permits it to operate from any line voltage of 100 V ac
to 120 V ac or 220 V ac to 240 V ac. Power supplies on those computers that do not have external power
switches are equipped with internal switches that sense the incoming voltage and automatically switch
to the proper voltage.
The power cord set received with the computer meets the requirements for use in the country where
you purchased the equipment.
Power cord sets for use in other countries must meet the requirements of the country where you use the
computer.

General requirements

These requirements are applicable to all countries.
1. The power cord must be approved by an acceptable accredited agency responsible for evaluation in
the country where the power cord set will be installed.
2. The power cord set must have a minimum current capacity of 10A (7A Japan only) and a nominal
voltage rating of 125 V ac or 250 V ac, as required by each country's power system.
3. The diameter of the wire must be a minimum of 0.75 mm
be between 1.8 m (6 ft) and 3.6 m (12 ft).
The power cord should be routed so that it is not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon
it or against it. Particular attention should be paid to the plug, electrical outlet, and the point where the
cord exits from the product.
WARNING!
damaged in any manner, replace it immediately.

Japanese power cord requirements

For use in Japan, use only the power cord received with this product.
IMPORTANT:

Country-specific requirements

This information provides additional requirements specific to a country.
102 Chapter 12 Power cord set requirements
Do not operate this product with a damaged power cord set. If the power cord set is
Do not use the power cord received with this product on any other products.
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or 18AWG, and the length of the cord must