EUDA2 Series 12”/15”/18.5” Panel PC User’s Manual (ver2.1) 6
Safety Instructions
3.
Safety Instructions
This section should be carefully read and please abide by the instructions for your own safety and
right use of the unit.
The chapter also includes information on approval and interference inhibition of your unit. Please
abide by the warnings and instructions on the unit and in the manual.
The EUDA2 Panel PC Series system, EUDA2-S1220/EUDA2-S1520/EUDA2-S1821, was built and tested by
Portwell, Inc. in accordance to and kept the company in a perfectly safe condition.
In order to retain this condition and make sure safe operation, the users must abide by the instructions and
warnings.
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The unit must be used in accordance with the instructions of usage.
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The electrical installations in the room must not violate the requirements of the local (country-specific)
regulations.
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Pay cautious attention that there are no cables, especially power cables, in areas where persons can go over
them.
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Only use the power cord supplied with the package. Don’t use injured or damaged power cords.
Hints for DC power connection:
The DC power source should be able to be switched off and on via an isolating
switch. The unit is only completely disconnected from the DC main power source, when the DC power cord is
disconnected either from the power source or the unit. Therefore, the DC power cord and its connectors must
always remain within reach.
Hints for AC power connection via external AC/DC adapter:
The main power cable of the optional external
AC/DC adapter serves as disconnecting device. For this reason the outlet of the AC power source must be
located near to the device and be easily reached.
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Never place the unit under direct sunlight, near heat sources or in a humid place. Make sure the unit has
proper ventilation.
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All plugs on the connection cables must be screwed or locked to the housing.
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EUDA2 Panel PC Series system, EUDA2-S1220/EUDA2-S1520/EUDA2-S1821, is designed to be used in upright
position with the I/O interfaces downwards.
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The unit generates heat under operation condition. Make sure it is properly ventilated. Never cover up the
air intake and exhaust openings of the unit. Do not impede the fins of the heat sink.
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Repairs may only be operated by specialists or technicians qualified and authorized by Portwell, Inc.
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Maintenance or repair on the open unit may only be operated by specialists or technicians qualified and
authorized by Portwell, Inc. and familiar with the related hazards.
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When accessing to internal components, users must switch off the unit and disconnect it from the power
source.
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Only original accessories (or suggested optional parts) approved and supplied by Portwell, Inc. may be used.
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Assumption of safe operation no longer possible must be taken,
- if the unit has obvious damage or
- if the unit no more functions.
Under such cases, the unit must be shut down and secured against any unintended operation.
3.1 Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)
A sudden discharge of electrostatic electricity can damage electrostatic-sensitive devices or circuits.
Adequate packaging and grounding techniques are essential to avoid damage. Following precautions
should be taken:
