Electrical Safety Precautions
To protect yourself from harm and the Acme Packet 6300/6350 from damage, follow
the electrical safety precautions listed in the following subsections.
Precautions
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Note the locations of the power supply switches on the Acme Packet 6300/6350.
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Note the location of the emergency power-off switch for the room where the Acme
Packet 6300/6350 is located.
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If an electrical accident occurs, remove power from the system immediately by
unplugging the chassis.
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Always disconnect the power from the system when removing a Acme Packet
6300/6350 from its rack.
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When disconnecting power:
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Disconnect the circuit breaker at the rack.
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Unplug or unscrew the power cords from the power supplies.
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Use grounded AC power cords that are plugged into grounded electrical outlets.
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Never use extension cords to power a Acme Packet 6300/6350.
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Ensure that the installation facilities have proper grounding systems and include a
grounded rack structure or local grounding bus bar.
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When installing the Acme Packet 6300/6350 in an equipment rack, always make
the ground connection first and disconnect it last upon uninstallation.
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Use shielded Category 5e or 6, RJ45 cables for all 10/100/1000 Ethernet
connections to protect the Acme Packet 6300/6350 from potential damage.
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To avoid making a complete circuit (which causes electrical shock), use only one
hand when working with powered-on electrical equipment.
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Use caution when using electrically conductive tools around the Acme Packet
6300/6350.
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Remove jewelry before working on the Acme Packet 6300/6350.
Battery Warning
Note:
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT
TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERY ACCORDING TO THE
INSTRUCTIONS.
Perchlorate Material — Special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/
hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
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Electrical Safety Precautions
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