Chapter 1 Precautions
Card Precautions
Release TR3.2.1
Turin Networks
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Card
Precautions
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OPTIC WARNING!
The optical connector system used on the Traverse
fiber optic backplane is designed with a mechanical shutter
mechanism that blocks physical and visual access to the optical
connector. Do not defeat this safety feature designed to prevent eye
damage.
OPTIC WARNING!
Follow all warning labels when working with optical
fibers. Always wear eye protection when working with optical fibers.
Never look directly into the end of a terminated or unterminated fiber
or connector as it may cause eye damage.
Important:
To prevent possible damage to the fiber optic cables, do not
twist or cross one cable over another.
Important:
To prevent possible damage to the fiber optic cables, do not
bend optical fibers in a radius less than 1½-inches (38.1 mm).
Important:
Always use a properly grounded Electrostatic Discharge
(ESD) wrist strap when connecting optical cables to the fiber optic
backplane. Plug the ESD wrist strap into the ESD jack provided on the
Traverse front inlet fan module, standalone air ramp, or other confirmed
source of earth ground. Refer to
Important:
Always use a properly grounded Electrostatic Discharge
(ESD) wrist strap when handling Traverse cards to prevent damage to the
circuitry. Plug the ESD wrist strap into the ESD jack provided on the
Traverse front inlet fan module, standalone air ramp, or other confirmed
source of earth ground. Refer to
Important:
Do not install Traverse cards (cards) until all installation and
cabling procedures are complete.
Important:
Handle cards with care. Dropping a card can cause component
or other damage beyond repair or use.
