Vertiv VRC-S, User Manual

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Vertiv™ VR Rack Safety Guidelines
This manual contains important instructions that must be closely followed during installation of this unit to maintain
compliance with agency listings. Read this manual thoroughly and the safety and regulatory information, available at
https://www.vertiv.com/en-us/support/technical-documents/it-management/it-management-compliance-regulatory-
information/
, before attempting to install, service, or operate this unit.
Retain this manual for the entire service life of the unit.
WARNING! Risk of handling heavy unit. Can cause equipment damage, injury or death. Read all
instructions before beginning.
WARNING! Risk of top-heavy unit falling over. Improper handling can cause equipment
damage, injury or death. Only properly trained and qualified personnel wearing appropriate
OSHA-approved personal protection equipment (PPE) should attempt to move, lift, remove
packaging from or prepare this unit for installation. Read all instructions before attempting to
move, lift, remove packaging from or prepare the unit for installation.
Vertiv recommends installing equipment in the Vertiv VR from bottom to top, beginning with
the Vertiv™ VRC in the bottom of the rack. Heavier rack equipment should be installed in the
positions just above the Vertiv VRC, then installing lighter equipment in the upper positions.
WARNING! Risk of shock loading. Can cause equipment damage.
The Vertiv VR rack is equipped with casters that are designed for moving the rack short
distances. Care must be taken to avoid sharp dropoffs that could cause shock loading. Vertiv
recommends using the casters to move only empty racks.
This product is designed for commercial/industrial use only. This product is not intended for use with life support or other
U.S. FDA designated “critical” devices. Maximum loads must not exceed those specified in this manual. The maximum load
rating for the standard Vertiv™VR is 1360 kg (3000 lb.); static load rating is 1022 kg (2250 lb.); dynamic load rating is, 907
kg (2000 lb.). Do not exceed the static load rating. Additional information may be found in the user manual, SL-11425, which
shipped with the Vertiv™ VRC-S and is available at Vertiv's web site www.Vertiv.com.
Install and operate this unit in a clean environment, free from moisture, flammable liquids, gases and corrosive substances.
The Vertiv VRC-S must be installed on a flat, level surface for proper assembly and operation.
Ensure that the rack has proper ventilation. Never block or insert objects into the ventilation holes or other openings.
Maintain minimum clearances as specified in this manual.
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