iPECS iPECS-MG - Installation and Safety Precautions

iPECS-MG
Hardware Description and Installation Manual Issue 1.1
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3.3 Installation and Safety Precautions
Please read the following guidelines concerning installation and wiring before installing the
iPECS-MG System. Also, be sure to comply with applicable local regulations.
When installing the telephone wiring, basic safety precautions should always be followed to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury, including the following:
 Never install the telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
 Never install the telephone jack in wet locations unless the jack is specifically
designed for wet locations.
 Never touch un-insulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has
been disconnected at the network interface.
 Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
 Anti-static precautions should be taken during installation.
The iPECS-MG System is designed for wall mounting or a freestanding rack. Avoid installing
in the following places:
 In direct sunlight and extremely hot, cold, or humid places (optimal temperature
range = 0o to 40oC).
 Places where shocks or vibrations are frequent or strong.
 Dusty places or places where the System may encounter water or oil.
 Near high frequency generating devices such as sewing machines or electric
welding machines.
 On or near computers, fax machines, or other office equipment, as well as
microwave ovens or air conditioners.
 Do not obstruct the openings on the sides of the iPECS-MG System.
 Do not stack up the Optional Service Boards.
Be sure to follow these precautions when wiring:
 Do not wire the telephone cable in parallel with an AC power source, computer, fax
machine, etc. If the cables are run near such wires, shield the cables with metal
tubing or use shielded cables and ground the shields.
 If the cables are run on the floor, use protectors to prevent the wires from being
damaged by foot traffic. Avoid wiring under carpets.
 Do not use the same power supply outlet for computers, fax machine, and other
office equipment to avoid inducing RF noise into the iPECS-MG system.
 The power and battery switches must be OFF during wiring. After wiring is
completed, the power switch may be turned ON.
 If an extension does not operate properly, disconnect the telephone from the
extension line and then re-connect, or turn the System power OFF and then ON
again.
 Use unshielded twisted pair cable for connecting CO lines and stations.