SAFETY

Safety: Symbols Used

Safety symbols used in this document, or on the product

Symbol Signal word Definition

DANGER!
Potentially dangerous situation which may lead to personal injury or death! Follow the instructions closely.

CAUTION!
Caution, risk of electric shock.

CAUTION!
Potential equipment damage or destruction!
Follow the instructions closely.

NOTE
Tips and other useful or important information.

ESD
Risk of Electrostatic Discharge! Avoid potential equipment damage by following ESD Best Practices.

Analog Ground
Shows where the protective ground terminal is connected inside the instrument. Never remove or loosen this screw!

Recycle
Recycle the mentioned components at their end of life. Follow local laws.

SAFETY: Before You Begin Installation

This product has been designed and built in accordance with state-of-the-art standards and the recognized safety rules. Nevertheless, its use may constitute a risk to the operator or installation/maintenance personnel, if the product is used under conditions that must be deemed unsafe, or for purposes other than the product's designated use, which is described in the introductory technical chapters of this guide.

DANGER! If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.

Before you begin installing and configuring the product, carefully read the following important safety statements. Always ensure that you adhere to any and all applicable safety warnings, guidelines, or precautions during the installation, operation, and maintenance of your product.

DANGER! — INSTALLATION OF EQUIPMENT:
Installation of this product is to be done by authorized service personnel only. This product is not to be installed by users/operators without legal authorization. Installation of the equipment must comply with local and national electrical codes.

DANGER! — DO NOT OPEN EQUIPMENT, UNLESS AUTHORIZED:
The interior of this equipment does not have any user-serviceable parts. Contact Safran Technical Support if this equipment needs to be serviced. Do not open the equipment, unless instructed to do so by Safran Service personnel. Follow Safran Safety instructions and observe all local electrical regulatory requirements.

DANGER! – IF THE EQUIPMENT MUST BE OPENED:
Never remove the cover or blank option card plates while power is applied to this unit. The unit may contain more than one power source. Disconnect AC and DC power supply cords before removing the cover to avoid electrical shock.

DANGER! — GROUNDING:
This equipment must be EARTH GROUNDED.
This product is grounded through the power supply. There is an additional, supplementary chassis ground on the rear panel.
Never defeat the ground connector or operate the equipment in the absence of a suitably installed earth ground connection. Contact the appropriate electrical authority or an electrician if you are unsure that suitable earth grounding is available.

DANGER! This unit might have more than one power supply connection. All connections must be removed to de-energize the unit

Caution: Electronic equipment is sensitive to Electrostatic Discharge (ESD). Observe all ESD precautions and safeguards when handling Safran equipment.

SAFETY: User Responsibilities

  • The equipment must only be used in technically perfect condition. Check components for damage prior to installation. Also check for loose or scorched cables on other nearby equipment.
  • Make sure you possess the professional skills, and have received the training necessary for the type of work you are about to perform.
  • Do not modify the equipment.
  • Use only spare parts authorized by Safran.
  • Always follow the instructions set out in this User Manual, or in other Safran documentation for this product.
  • Observe generally applicable legal and other local mandatory regulations.

SAFETY: Other Tips

  • Keep these instructions at hand, near the place of use.
  • Keep your workplace tidy.
  • Apply technical common sense: If you suspect that it is unsafe to use the product, do the following:
    • Disconnect the supply voltage from the unit.
    • Clearly mark the equipment to prevent its further operation.