NEC ShieldPRO FC-N21S Ruggedised Notebook Computer
User’s Guide 0318-00002 Ver. 2.0 Dec 2008 – Page iv
1.3.
Power Supply and Power Cord Warnings
The AC adapter and AC cord are designed for use only with this product. The AC adapter may be
damaged if it is connected to a device other than this product.
The AC cord used with this product must be approved by an acceptable accredited agency
responsible for evaluation in the country where the AC cord will be installed.
Do not connect the power cord to an outlet that has an illegal number of connections. The electric
current exceeding the rated flow overheats the outlet, which may cause a fire.
The AC cord shipped with this product can only be used for 240 VAC. Do not connect this AC cord to
an outlet of which rating exceeds 250 VAC. Failure to follow this instruction may cause a fire and/or
electric shock.
Make sure the power plug is inserted into the outlet as far as possible. A halfway inserted power plug
may cause a fire and/or an electric shock.
Do not use this product if dust has accumulated on the AC power cord plug. If dust accumulates on
the power plug, an electrical discharge occurs between plug pins and it may cause a fire.
Always hold the plug of the AC cord upon its removal. Do not pull the cord. Breaking the wire may
cause a fire.
Do not use the AC cord if the plug blades are unstable. Poor connection may cause a fire.
Do not pull the AC cord forcibly or put heavy objects on it. Breaking the wire may cause a fire and/or
electric shock.
The drip-proof and dust-proof performance of IP54 do not apply to the AC adapter and AC cord.
Follow instructions described below when handling them to prevent fume, fire, and/or electric shock
to occur.
Do not drop or cause impact to the AC adapter.
Do not use the power cord when bent or twisted.
Do not forcedly bend the base of the power cord.
Do not put any heavy object on the AC adapter or power cord.
Do not wrap the AC adapter with cloth or other material.
Do not use the AC adapter in a place where splashing of water or other liquids may occur.
Do not use the AC cord and/or AC adapter if it is damaged.
Do not put the AC adapter near a thermal appliance.
Do not put the AC adapter in a place that experiences extreme temperature changes (for example,
near the exhaust port of an air conditioner).
Do not use the AC adapter near flammable gas and/or combustible substances.
Do not put the AC adapter in a place where steam is generated (for example, in a kitchen or near a
humidifier).
Do not use the AC adapter in a place where salinity (for example, sea breeze) or a corrosive gas (for
example, hot springs) is generated.
Use only the specified AC adapter and AC cord. Never attempt to disassemble or modify the AC
adapter. Doing so may cause an electric shock, smoke, and/or fire.