Motorola RFS6000 Series Installation Manual page 6

1.3 Warnings
Read all installation instructions and site survey reports, and verify correct equipment installation before connecting
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the system to its power source.
Remove jewelry and watches before installing this equipment.
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Install the equipment in a rack with adequate dimensions and weight allowances.
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Verify the rack is anchored and cannot tip over or break away from its mountings.
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Verify the unit is grounded before connecting it to the power source.
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Verify any device connected to this unit is properly wired and grounded.
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Connect all power cords to a properly wired and grounded electrical circuit.
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Verify the electrical circuits have appropriate overload protection.
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Attach only approved power cords to the device.
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Motorola strongly recommends the use of an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) that supports the RFS6000 Series
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RF Switch power rating. Not using a UPS can result in data loss or equipment damage due to a power surge or power
failure.
Verify that the power connector and socket are accessible at all times during the operation of the equipment.
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Do not work with power circuits in dimly lit spaces.
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Do not install this equipment or work with its power circuits during thunderstorms or other weather conditions that
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could cause a power surge.
Verify there is adequate ventilation around the device, and ambient temperatures meet equipment operation
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specifications.
1.4 Site Preparation
Consult your site survey and network analysis reports to determine specific equipment placement, port capacity,
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power drops, and so on.
Assign installation responsibility to the appropriate personnel.
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Identify where all installed components are located.
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Verify appropriate rack mounting requirements.
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Provide a sufficient number of power drops for your equipment.
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Ensure adequate, dust-free ventilation to all installed equipment.
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Identify and prepare Ethernet and console port connections.
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Verify that cable lengths are within the maximum allowable distances for optimal signal transmission.
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Verify that the RFS6000 Series RF Switch is powered through an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS).
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