© 12/2006 UltraVolt HV Rack System Installation and Operators Manual, Rev A
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PART 1
SAFETY AND WARRANTY INFORMATION
GENERAL SAFETY SUMMARY
Read all installation,
operation, and safety
instructions
Prior to operation, thoroughly review all safety, installation, and operating
instructions accompanying this equipment. All instructions must be
followed.
Use supplied power cord
To avoid electrical or fire hazard, use only the power cord specified for this
product.
Use a properly wired
electrical service outlet
Connect the power cord only to a properly wired and grounded outlet.
Do not use AC power
extension cord
Do not use an extension cord when connecting this equipment to an AC
power source. An outlet socket must be located near the equipment and must
be easily accessible.
This equipment must be
connected to an earth safety
ground
This product is grounded through the grounding conductor of the power
cord. To avoid fire and electrical hazard, the grounding conductor must be
connected to protective earth ground. Before making connections to the
input or output terminals of this product, ensure the product is properly
grounded.
Use UltraVolt-approved
connectors and/or cable
assemblies
When configuring external cable assemblies, it is strongly recommended end
users use only those connectors and/or cable assemblies approved by
UltraVolt.
Connect external system
grounds
All external system device chassis should be connected to the HV Rack
system’s rear-panel system grounding stud.
Do not operate without
protective covers in place
To avoid electric shock or fire hazard, do not operate this product with
covers or panels removed.
Do not modify the unit
Do not make any external or internal modifications to this unit.
Use properly rated fuse
To avoid fire hazard, use only the fuse type and rating specified for this
product.
Do not operate in wet/damp
conditions
To avoid electric shock hazard, do not operate this product in wet or damp
conditions.
Avoid exposed connections
Do not touch exposed connections when power is present.
Service is to be performed
by factory-qualified service
persons only
All servicing on this equipment must be carried out by factory-qualified
service personnel only.
Disconnect power before
servicing
To avoid electric shock hazard, disconnect the main power by means of the
power switch and power cord prior to servicing.
Installation shall be by a
qualified high-voltage
equipment technician
This product must only be installed by a qualified high-voltage equipment
technician.
May be rack mounted
Rack mounting of this equipment must conform to the manufacturer’s
recommendations.
Do not block chassis
ventilation openings
Slots and openings in the chassis are provided for ventilation purposes to
prevent overheating of the equipment and must not be restricted.
Check for signs of visible
damage each time before
operating
If any external physical damage is observed to the equipment or
interconnecting cables, do not operate.
