Important Safety Instructions; Important Warnings - Tripp-Lite PDUMH16HV Manuel De L'utilisateur

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 may affect your
warranty.

Important Warnings

• Operate the PDU at indoor temperatures between 32°F and 104°F (between 0°C and 40°C)
only.
• Provide adequate protection against excess currents, short circuits, and ground faults in
accordance with local and national electrical code, such as NEC in the U.S.
• The mains socket that supplies the PDU should be near the PDU and easily accessible.
• 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.
• Do not connect the PDU to an ungrounded outlet or extension cords or adapters that
eliminate the connection to ground.
• 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.
• The PDU must be installed by a qualified technician only.
• Install in accordance with local electrical codes. Be sure to use the proper over current
protection for the installation, in accordance with the plug rating/equipment rating.
• The electrical sockets supplying power to the equipment shall be installed near the equipment
and be easily accessible.
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