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Safety Messages
Description and Specifications Manual
• After installation, service, or maintenance, test the siren system to confirm
that it is operating properly. Test the system regularly to confirm that it will be
operational in an emergency.
• If future service and operating personnel do not have these instructions to refer
to, the siren system may not provide the intended audible warning and service
personnel may be exposed to death, permanent hearing loss, or other bodily
injury. File these instructions in a safe place and refer to them periodically. Give a
copy of these instructions to new recruits and trainees. Also give a copy to anyone
who is going to service or repair the siren.
Installation and Service
• Electrocution or severe personal injury can occur when performing various
installation and service functions such as making electrical connections, drilling
holes, or lifting equipment. Therefore only experienced electricians should install
this product in accordance with national, state and any other electrical codes
having jurisdiction. Perform all work under the direction of the installation or
service crew safety foreman.
• The sound output of sirens is capable of causing permanent hearing damage.
To prevent excessive exposure, carefully plan siren placement, post warnings
and restrict access to areas near the sirens. Sirens may be operated from remote
control points. Whenever possible, disconnect all siren power including batteries
before working near the siren.
• After installation or service, test the siren system to confirm that it is operating
properly. Test the system regularly to confirm that it will be operational in an
emergency.
• If future service personnel do not have these warnings and all other instructions
shipped with the equipment to refer to, the siren system may not provide the
intended audible warning and service personnel may be exposed to death,
permanent hearing loss, or other bodily injury. File these instructions in a safe
place and refer to them periodically. Give a copy of these instructions to new
recruits and trainees. Also, give a copy to anyone who is going to service or repair
the sirens.
Operation
Failure to understand the capabilities and limitations of your siren system could result in
permanent hearing loss, other serious injuries or death to persons too close to the sirens
when you activate them or to those you need to warn. Carefully read and thoroughly
understand all safety notices in this manual and all operations-related items in all
instruction manuals shipped with equipment. Thoroughly discuss all contingency plans
with those responsible for warning people in your community, company, or jurisdiction.
Read and understand the information contained in this manual before
attempting to install or service the siren.
Pay careful attention to the notice located on the equipment.
