Kontron Micro Client 3 104 - Manual (Page 10)

4. General Safety Instructions for IT Equipment Micro Client 3 – User’s Guide (Version 1.0)
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General Safety Instructions for IT Equipment
Please read this section carefully and observe the instructions for your own safety and correct use of the device.
The chapter also contains information on approval and interference suppression of your device.
Observe the warnings and instructions on the device and in the manual.
The MC 3 system has been built and tested by Kontron Europe in accordance to
IEC/EN/UL/CSA 60950-1 and left the company in a perfectly safe condition.
In order to maintain this condition and ensure safe operation, the user must observe the instructions and warnings
contained in this manual.
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The device must be used in accordance with the instructions for use.
 The electrical installations in the room must correspond to the requirements of the local (country-specific) regulations.
 Take care that there are no cables, particularly power cables, in areas where persons can trip over them.
 Do not use a power cable in sockets shared by a number of other power consumers. Do not use an extension cable.
 Only use the power cord supplied. Don’t use injured or damaged power cords.
 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 easily
accessible.
 For AC power connection via external AC/DC adapter:
The main power cable of the 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 accessible.
 Do not place the device in direct sunlight, near heat sources or in a damp place. Make sure the device has adequate
ventilation.
 Only devices and components which fulfill the requirements of an SELV circuit (safety extra low voltage) in accordance
with EN60950 may be connected to the interfaces of the system.
 All plugs on the connection cables must be screwed or locked to the housing.
 The MC 3 system is designed to be used in vertical position with the interfaces downwards.
 The device generates heat during operation. Make sure it is adequately ventilated. Do not cover the air intake and
exhaust openings of the device.
 Repairs may only be carried out by qualified specialist personnel authorized by Kontron Europe.
 Maintenance or repair on the open device may only be carried out by qualified personnel authorized by Kontron Europe
which is aware of with the associated dangers.
 The MC 3 system may only be opened in accordance with the description in this user’s guide for:
• Replacing of the Lithium battery
• Configuration of the RS422/RS485 interface
• Configuration of the CAN interface.
These procedures have to be carried-out only by qualified specialist personnel.
 When accessing internal components the device must be switched off and disconnected from the power source.
 Only approved original accessories (optional parts) approved by Kontron Europe may be used.
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