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Preparing for installation
Safety recommendations
To avoid any equipment damage or bodily injury, read the following safety recommendations before
installation. Note that the recommendations do not cover every possible hazardous condition.
General safety recommendations
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Do not place the device on an unstable case or desk. The device might be severely damaged in
case of a fall.
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Keep the chassis clean and dust-free.
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Do not place the device on a moist area, and avoid liquid flowing into the device. Do not use wet
cloth to wipe the device.
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Handle the devices according to the sizes of and packaging symbols on the packages.
Electrical safety
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Clear the work area of possible electricity hazards, such as ungrounded power extension
cables, missing safety grounds, and wet floors.
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Locate the emergency power-off switch in the room before installation so you can quickly shut
power off when an electrical accident occurs.
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Make sure the operating voltage is in the required range.
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Before powering on the device, make sure the device is reliably grounded.
Laser safety
WARNING!
Disconnected optical fibers or transceiver modules might emit invisible laser light. Do not stare into
beams or view directly with optical instruments when the device is operating.
The device is a Class 1 laser device.
To avoid ESD damage, use dust caps on disconnected optical fiber connectors. Insert a dust plug
into each fiber port and each transceiver module port not in use.
Moving safety
When you move the device, follow these guidelines:
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To avoid damage, move and unpack the device with care.
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After you move the device from a location below 0°C (32°F) to the equipment room, follow these
guidelines to prevent condensation:
Wait a minimum of 30 minutes before unpacking the device.
Wait a minimum of 2 hours before powering on the device.
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Before you move the device, remove all cables.