General Safety Practices
Intended Audience
This guide is intended for use by knowledgeable installation, operation and repair personnel. Every effort has been
made to ensure the accuracy of the information in this guide. However, due to constant product improvement,
specifications and information contained in this document are subject to change without notice.
Conventions
Symbols for notes, attention, and caution are used throughout this manual to provide readers with additional
information, advice when special attention is needed, and caution to prevent injury or equipment damage.
The equipment discussed in this document may require tools designed for the purpose being described. RLH
recommends that service personnel be familiar with the correct handling and use of any installation equipment
used, and follow all safety precautions including the use of protective personal equipment as required.
Caution - Severe Shock Hazard
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Never install during a lightning storm or where unsafe high voltages are present.
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Copper wires may carry high voltages. Use caution when handling.
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Do not open the product housing, there are no user serviceable parts.
Guidelines for handling terminated fiber cable
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Do not bend fiber cable sharply. Use gradual and smooth bends to avoid damaging glass fiber.
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Keep dust caps on fiber optic connectors at all times when disconnected.
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Do not remove dust caps from unused fiber.
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Keep fiber ends and fiber connectors clean and free from dust, dirt and debris. Contamination will cause signal loss.
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Do not touch fiber ends.
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Store excess fiber on fiber spools at sit
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