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Important Safety Instructions
1.
Read and follow all warning notices and instructions marked on the product or
included in the manual.
2.
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable
operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, these slots and
openings must not be blocked or covered.
3.
Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord and do not locate the product where
persons will walk on the power cord.
4.
Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may
expose you to hazardous voltage or to other risks. Refer all servicing to qualified
service personnel.
5.
General purpose cables are used with this product for connection to the network.
Special cables, which may be required by the regulatory inspection authority for the
installation site, are the responsibility of the customer. Use a UL Listed, CSA
certified, minimum No. 26 AWG line cord for connection to the Digital Subscriber
Line (DSL) network.
6.
When installed, the product must comply with the applicable Safety Standards and
regulatory requirements of the country in which it is installed. If necessary, consult
with the appropriate regulatory agencies and inspection authorities to ensure
compliance.
7.
A rare phenomenon can create a voltage potential between the earth grounds of
two or more buildings. If products installed in separate buildings are interconnected,
the voltage potential may cause a hazardous condition. Consult a qualified
electrical consultant to determine whether or not this phenomenon exists and, if
necessary, implement corrective action prior to interconnecting the products.
8.
Input power to this product must be provided by one of the following: (1) a UL
Listed/CSA certified power source with a Class 2 or Limited Power Source (LPS)
output for use in North America, or (2) a certified power source, with a Safety Extra
Low Voltage (SELV) output having a maximum of 240 VA available, for use in the
country of installation.
9.
In addition, since the equipment is to be used with telecommunications circuits, take
the following precautions:
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Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
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Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically
designed for wet locations.
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Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line
has been disconnected at the network interface.
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Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
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Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm.
There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
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Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
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