Important Safety Instructions
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This manual contains instructions and warnings that should be
followed during the installation, operation, and storage of this
product. Failure to heed these instructions and warnings may
affect the product warranty.
• The PDU provides convenient multiple outlets, but it DOES NOT provide surge or
line noise protection for connected equipment.
• The PDU is designed for indoor use only in a controlled environment away from
excess moisture, temperature extremes, conductive contaminants, dust or direct
sunlight.
• Operate the PDU at indoor temperatures between 32° F and 104° F (between 0° C
and 40° C) only.
• Do not connect the PDU to an ungrounded outlet or to extension cords or adapters
that eliminate the connection to ground.
• Provide adequate protection against excess currents, short circuits and ground
faults in accordance with local and national electrical codes, such as NEC in the
U.S.
• The mains socket outlet that supplies the PDU should be near the PDU and easily
accessible.
• The power requirement for each piece of equipment connected to the PDU must
not exceed the individual outlet's load rating.
• The total power requirement for equipment connected to the PDU must not exceed
the maximum load rating for the PDU.
• Do not drill into or attempt to open any part of the PDU housing. There are no user-
serviceable parts inside.
• Do not attempt to modify the PDU, including the input plugs and power cables.
• Do not attempt to use the PDU if any part of it becomes damaged.
• Do not attempt to mount the PDU to an insecure or unstable surface.
• Never attempt to install electrical equipment during a thunderstorm.
• Use of this equipment in life support applications where failure of this equipment
can reasonably be expected to cause the failure of the life support equipment or to
significantly affect its safety or effectiveness is not recommended. Do not use this
equipment in the presence of a flammable anesthetic mixture with air, oxygen or
nitrous oxide.
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