Allied Telesis 9700 iMAP - Manual (Page 16)

ATI 9700 Installation Safety Precautions While Working with Electricity
ATI 9700 - Installation Guide (Initial Installation of the ATI 9700) 1-10
Note: Before starting the installation procedures, the user should read the whole chapter for
important information and safety warnings.
1.4.1.1 Safety Guidelines
Before working on the equipment, the user should be aware of standard safety guidelines and the hazards
involved in working with electricity to avoid accidents. Follow these guidelines and warnings and those located
throughout this installation guide for a safe and hazard-free installation.
Follow these guidelines to insure overall safety:
• The user should keep all work areas clear and clean during and after installation.
• The user should keep all tools away from walk areas where personnel could trip over them.
• The user should not wear loose clothing that could catch on equipment. Secure any loose clothing.
• The user should wear safety glasses if working under conditions that might be hazardous to eyes.
• The user should not perform any action that creates an unsafe or hazardous situation for themselves or other
personnel.
1.4.2 Safety Precautions While Working with Electricity
Guidelines when working with electrically powered equipment:
• Locate the Power Off switch for the system being installed or serviced. In the event of an electrical accident,
the user can quickly turn the power off.
• Disconnect all power by turning the circuit breakers off before:
• Installing or removing a chassis
• Working near the power supply
• Do not work alone if potential hazards exist.
• Never assume that power is disconnected from a circuit; always check the circuit.
• Inspect the work area carefully for possible hazards, such as moist floors, moist or wet ground, ungrounded
power extension cables, frayed power cords, and missing safety grounds.
1.4.3 Setup Precautions
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage equipment when electronic equipment is handled improperly. ESD
damage can produce total or partial failures in electronic equipment. Follow these ESD-prevention procedures
when handling systems cards and modules:
Before installing and cabling the equipment, the user should be aware of standard safety prac-
tices and the hazards involved in working with electricity to avoid accidents. See the following
section, Safety Guidelines, for all cautions and warnings to insure that the installation is safe
and free of hazards.