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2 Virtual Access product safety
2.1 Safety during installation
The product must be installed and operated by qualified service personnel and installed
into an apparatus cabinet or similar, where access is restricted to service personnel only.
Refer to the user guide regarding detailed installation requirements, such as cooling.
During installation, ensure a protective earthing conductor is first connected to the
protective earthing terminal (only valid for metallic housings). Virtual Access
recommends a cross- sectional area of at least 4 mm2.
If the product does not have a protective earthing terminal, then the DIN-rail must be
connected to protective earth. Upon removal of the product, ensure that the protective
earthing conductor, or the connection to earth via the DIN-rail, is disconnected last.
During installation:
• Do not try to open or repair the router yourself
• Do not place the router in a damp or humid place
• Do not stack the router
The router should be used in a sheltered area, within a temperature range of -20
o
C to
70
o
C.
Do not expose the router to direct sunlight.
2.2 Safety during during device operation
HIGH VOLTAGES
Under no circumstances is the router to be operated with the cover removed.
DANGEROUS SUBSTANCES
Semiconductor devices contain dangerous substances, such as beryllium and arsenic.
Electronic devices must not be opened. If they become damaged, they must only be
handled using protective gloves. If the substances inside the electronic devices come
into contact with broken skin or wounds, hospital care must be sought immediately.
Electronic components must be disposed of as hazardous toxic waste and must not be
incinerated.
2.3 Warnings
WARNING - HAZARDOUS VOLTAGE
Do not open an energized product. Hazardous voltage may occur when connected to a
power supply.
For RedFox models with a rated voltage above 48 VDC or 30 VAC: Apply the protective
cap (delivered with the product) on the power cable. For additional information, refer to
the user guide.
WARNING - PROTECTIVE FUSE