Patton electronic Model 3101RC manual Pre-Installation, Tools and Test Equipment Requirements

Model 3101RC Getting Started Guide 2 • Hardware Installation

Pre-Installation

This section provides safety information to review before installing the Model 3101RC. The information includes required installation tools, safety requirements, and electrostatic discharge protection.

Tools and Test Equipment Requirements

To install and maintain the Model 3101RC, you should have the tools and test equipment listed in table 3.

Table 3. Required Installation Tools and Materials

Item Required	Purpose
Anti-static wrist strap	Protect the Model 3101RC system from electro-
	static discharge damage.
Hand tools	Screw drivers for equipment removal and
	replacement.
Wire cutter/stripper	Prepare wires for electrical connections.
Accessories and hardware kit	Screws, bolts, etc., for securing the equipment on
	the desired location

Safety Requirement

To prevent possible serious injury, do not apply power to the Model 3101RC system at the central office or any remote site until you’ve completed all of the installation procedures and connected it to the external facilities. Be cautious when turning on/off the Model 3101RC system power.

Electrostatic Discharge Protection

The terminal cards contain static-sensitive components. When handling them, be sure to wear a properly grounded anti-static wrist strap to prevent the damage from electrostatic discharge. If a wrist strap is not avail- able, hold all cards only by their edges or extractor handles. Do not touch any component or traces on the cards. For future use, store cards in original shipped antistatic bags, or in an approved static-protected bag or container.

To minimize the possible damage from electrostatic discharge, do not install the Model 3101RC in cold, dry places where static electricity can build up. Also, when handling cards, do not touch their rear-edge connector traces. These electrical contact points should be kept free of body oils and other contaminants.

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