Chapter 1: Safety and Regulatory Information
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SURFboard SBG7400AC2 Wireless Gateway User Guide
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Place this device in a location that is close enough to an electrical outlet to accommodate
the length of the power cord.
Place the device to allow for easy access when disconnecting the power cord of the device
from the AC wall outlet.
Do not connect the plug into an extension cord, receptacle, or other outlet unless the plug
can be fully inserted with no part of the blades exposed.
Place this device on a stable surface.
Avoid damaging the device with static by touching the coaxial cable when it is attached to
the earth-grounded coaxial cable-TV wall outlet.
Always first touch the coaxial cable connector on the device when disconnecting or
reconnecting the Ethernet cable from the device or user’s PC.
Installation of an AC surge protector in the AC outlet to which this device is connected is
recommended. This is to avoid damaging the device by local lightning strikes and other
electrical surges.
Postpone installation until there is no risk of thunderstorm or lightning activity in the area.
Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There is a
remote risk of electric shock from lightning. For added protection, unplug the device from
the wall outlet and disconnect the cables to avoid damage to this device from lightning
and power surges.
Do not use this product near water. For example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink,
laundry tub, swimming pool, or in a wet basement.
Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
Do not cover the device or block the airflow to the device with any other objects. Keep the
device away from excessive heat and humidity and keep the device free from vibration
and dust.
Wipe the device with a clean, dry cloth. Never use cleaning fluid or similar chemicals. Do
not spray cleaners directly on the device or use forced air to remove dust.
For added protection, unplug the device from the wall outlet and disconnect the cables to
avoid damage to this device during lightning activity or power surges.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger (e.g., 24 AWG) UL
Listed or CSA Certified Telecommunication Line Cord, or national equivalent.
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this device, ask the service technician to
perform safety checks to determine that the device is in safe operating condition.
Do not open the device. Do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the
installation and troubleshooting instructions. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
This device should not be used in an environment that exceeds 104° F (40° C).
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