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Safety Precautions
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PT-970 A/B Series Reference Manual
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2.
Handling Precautions
WARNING
Always check that the power supply is turned off before connecting or disconnecting power
cables.
Do not use the product in locations exposed to a flammable or corrosive gas. It may cause
explosion, fire, electrical shock, or malfunction.
Do not touch metal parts (edge connector) with your hands. Otherwise, the product may
malfunction, or cause failure.
When transporting the product, pack it in the same condition as delivered from the Contec or
in equal packing condition to avoid applying shock, vibration, or static electricity directly to
the product.
Do not modify the product.
Always turn off the power before inserting or removing the cables.
This product is not intended for use in aerospace, space, nuclear power, medical equipment,
or other applications that require a very high level of reliability. Do not use the product in
such applications.
If using this product in applications where safety is critical such as in railways, automotive, or
disaster prevention or security systems, please contact your retailer.
Do not attempt to replace the battery as inappropriate battery replacement poses a risk of
explosion.
For battery replacement, contact your retailer as it must be performed as a process of repair.
When disposing of a used battery, follow the disposal procedures stipulated under the
relevant laws and municipal ordinances. For details on replacing the battery, refer to the
appendix.
This product is not suitable for use in locations where children are likely to be present.
CAUTION
Do not use or store this product in a location exposed to high or low temperature that
exceeds range of specification or susceptible to rapid temperature changes.
e.g. - Exposure to direct sun - In the vicinity of a heat source
Do not use this product in extremely humid or dusty locations. It is extremely dangerous to
use this product with its interior penetrated by water or any other fluid or conductive dust. If
this product must be used in such an environment, install it on a dust-proof control panel, for
example.
Avoid using or storing the product in locations subject to shock or vibration that exceeds
range of specification.
