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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