Quantum and Evolution Series Installation and Operating Handbook
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Chapter 3
Safety Information
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION BEFORE
INSTALLATION AND USE.
3.1 Safety
To ensure operator safety, this Satellite Modem conforms to the provisions of EMC Low
Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC and complies with the following standard:
EN 60950-1:2006 ‘Safety of Information Technology Equipment, Including Electrical
Business Equipment’.
Prior to installation and operation, please ensure that the following points are observed.
3.2 Environmental
The equipment is designed to operate in a static 19-inch rack system conforming to IEC
297-2. Operation of the equipment in transportable installations and vehicles equipped
with the means of providing a stable environment is permissible. Operation of the
equipment on vehicles, ships or aircraft without means of environmental conditioning may
invalidate the safety compliancy. Please contact Customer Technical Support for further
advice. Operation of the equipment in an environment other than that stated in the
specifications will also invalidate the safety compliancy.
The equipment must not be operated in an environment in which the unit is exposed to:
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Unpressurised altitudes greater than 2000 metres
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Extremes of temperature outside the stated operating range
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Excessive
dust
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Moisture or humid atmospheres above 95% relative humidity
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Excessive
vibration
•
Flammable
gases
•
Corrosive or explosive atmospheres
3.3 Installation
The equipment is classified in EN 60950-1 as a pluggable equipment Class A for
connection to the mains supply (note that a 48V DC version is also available). As such it
is provided with a mains inlet cord suitable for use in the country of operation. In normal
circumstances this will be of an adequate length for installation in a rack. If the mains
cable proves to be too short then any replacement must have a similar type fuse (if fitted)
and be manufactured to a similar specification. (For example, look for HAR, BASEC or
