8 Installation
Installation
Installation Location
Consider the following guidelines when choosing a location for the terminal.
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Ease of use
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Choose a location convenient for both merchants and card holders.
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Choose a flat surface, such as a countertop or table.
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Choose a location near a power outlet and a telephone line connection. For safety,
do not string the power cord in a walkway or place it across a walkway on the floor.
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Environmental factors
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Do not use the terminal in the place where there is high heat, dust, humidity, mois-
ture, or caustic chemicals or oils.
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Keep the terminal away from direct sunlight and anything that radiates heat, such
as a stove or motor.
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Do not use the terminal outdoors.
CAUTION
The terminal is not waterproof or dustproof, and is intended for indoor use only. Any dam-
age to the unit from exposure to rain or dust may void the warranty.
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Electrical considerations
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Avoid using this product during a thunderstorm.
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Avoid locations near electrical appliances or other devices that cause excessive volt-
age fluctuations or emit electrical noise, such as air conditioners or electric motors.
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Do not use the terminal near water or in moist conditions.