User's Manual

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6 Meru Radio Switch RS4000 Reference Guide
Planning the Installation
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RS4000 Release Notes
Safety Precautions
Follow the guidelines in this section to ensure proper operation and safe use of the Radio Switch.
FCC Safety Compliance Statement
The FCC with its action in ET Docket 96-8 has adopted a safety standard for human exposure to radio
frequency (RF) electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC certified equipment. When used with
approved Meru Radio Switch antennas, Meru RS4000 product meets the uncontrolled environmental
limits found in OET-65 and ANSI C95.1, 1991. Proper installation of this radio according to the
instructions found in this manual will result in user exposure that is substantially below the FCC
recommended limits.
General Safety Guidelines
z Do not touch or move antenna(s) while the unit is transmitting or receiving.
z Do not hold any component containing a radio so that the antenna is very close to or touching any
exposed parts of the body, especially the face or eyes, while transmitting.
z The use of wireless devices in hazardous locations is limited to the constraints posed by the local
codes, the national codes, and the safety directors of such environments.
Warnings
Translated versions of the following safety warnings are provided in Appendix F.
Warning!
In order to comply with FCC radio frequency (RF) exposure limits, dipole antennas
should be located at a minimum of 7.9 inches (20 cm) or more from the body of all persons.
Warning!
Do not operate your wireless network device near unshielded blasting caps or in an
explosive environment unless the device has been modified to be especially qualified for such use.
Warning!
Do not work on the system or connect or disconnect cables during periods of lightning
activity.
Warning!
Read the installation instructions before you connect the system to its power source.
Warning!
This product relies on the building's installation for short-circuit (overcurrent) protection.
Ensure that a fuse or circuit breaker no larger than 120 VAC, 15A U.S. (240 VAC, 10A international)
is used on the phase conductors (all current-carrying conductors).