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SAFETY SUMMARY
THE FOLLOWING GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS MUST BE OBSERVED DURING ALL PHASES
OF THE OPERATION, SERVICE, AND REPAIR OF THIS PRODUCT. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH
THESE PRECAUTIONS OR WITH SPECIFIC WARNINGS ELSEWHERE IN THIS MANUAL VIOLATES
SAFETY STANDARDS OF DESIGN, MANUFACTURE, AND INTENDED USE OF THIS PRODUCT.
VME MICROSYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION ASSUMES NO LIABILITY FOR THE
CUSTOMER'S FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE REQUIREMENTS.
GROUND THE SYSTEM
To minimize shock hazard, the chassis and system cabinet must be connected to an
electrical ground. A three-conductor AC power cable should be used. The power cable
must either be plugged into an approved three-contact electrical outlet or used with a
three-contact to two-contact adapter with the grounding wire (green) firmly connected to
an electrical ground (safety ground) at the power outlet.
DO NOT OPERATE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE
Do not operate the system in the presence of flammable gases or fumes. Operation of
any electrical system in such an environment constitutes a definite safety hazard.
KEEP AWAY FROM LIVE CIRCUITS
Operating personnel must not remove product covers. Component replacement and
internal adjustments must be made by qualified maintenance personnel. Do not replace
components with power cable connected. Under certain conditions, dangerous voltages
may exist even with the power cable removed. To avoid injuries, always disconnect
power and discharge circuits before touching them.
DO NOT SERVICE OR ADJUST ALONE
Do not attempt internal service or adjustment unless another person, capable of
rendering first aid and resuscitation, is present.
DO NOT SUBSTITUTE PARTS OR MODIFY SYSTEM
Because of the danger of introducing additional hazards, do not install substitute parts or
perform any unauthorized modification to the product. Return the product to VME
Microsystems International Corporation for service and repair to ensure that safety
features are maintained.
DANGEROUS PROCEDURE WARNINGS
Warnings, such as the example below, precede only potentially dangerous procedures
throughout this manual. Instructions contained in the warnings must be followed.
DANGEROUS VOLTAGES, CAPABLE OF CAUSING DEATH, ARE PRESENT IN THIS SYSTEM. USE
EXTREME CAUTION WHEN HANDLING, TESTING, AND ADJUSTING.
W A R N I N G
