Server User Manual

63230-216-207/A3 Chapter 2—Safety Precautions

9/2002

CHAPTER 2—SAFETY

PRECAUTIONS

DANGER

HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, BURN, OR EXPLOSION

• Only qualified workers should install this equipment. Such work should

be performed only after reading this entire set of instructions.

• NEVER work alone.

• Turn off all power supplying this equipment before working on or inside.

• Always use a properly rated voltage sensing device to confirm that all

power is off.

• Before performing visual inspections, tests, or maintenance on this

equipment, disconnect all sources of electric power. Assume that all

circuits are live until they have been completely de-energized, tested,

and tagged. Pay particular attention to the design of the power system.

Consider all sources of power, including the possibility of backfeeding.

• Beware of potential hazards, wear personal protective equipment,

carefully inspect the work area for tools and objects that may have been

left inside the equipment.

• Use caution while removing or installing panels so that they do not

extend into the energized bus; avoid handling the panels, which could

cause personal injury.

• The successful operation of this equipment depends upon proper

handling, installation, and operation. Neglecting fundamental

installation requirements may lead to personal injury as well as damage

to electrical equipment or other property.

• Before performing Dielectric (Hi-Pot) or Megger testing on any

equipment in which the Power Server is installed, disconnect all input

and output wires to it. High voltage testing may damage electronic

components contained in the Power Server.

Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious

injury.