Conventions Used in this Manual, Handling Safety

CHAPTER 1: SAFETY INFORMATION

This Safety section contains important instructions that should be followed during installation and maintenance of the APC equipment and batteries. It is intended for APC customers who setup, install, relocate, or maintain APC equipment.

Connection to the branch circuit (mains) must be performed by a Licensed Electrician. Installation and removal of the Power, Battery, and Intelligence modules must be performed by service personnel. Installation and removal of interface accessories must be performed by service personnel. Operation of the Symmetra RM can be performed by any individual with no previous technical experience.

Conventions Used in this Manual

This section defines the symbols used throughout this manual. Carefully read all information boxes and abide by the instructions.

The WARNING sign denotes a serious hazard. It calls attention to a procedure, practice, condition, or the like, which, if not correctly performed or adhered to, could result in injury to personnel.

The CAUTION sign denotes a hazard. It calls attention to an operating procedure, practice, or the like, which, if not correctly performed or adhered to, could result in damage to or destruction of all or part of the product.

The NOTE sign denotes important information. It calls attention to a procedure, practice, condition, or the like, which is essential to highlight.

Handling Safety

•Be careful. Do not lift heavy loads without assistance.

Þ <18 kg (<40 lb)		Þ 32 – 55 kg (70 – 120 lb)

Þ18 – 32 kg (40 – 70 lb)

Þ >55 kg (>120 lb)

•Equipment with casters is built to move on a smooth surface without any obstacles.

•Do not use a ramp inclined at more than 10° .

•This equipment is intended for installation in a temperature-controlled indoor area (see Specifications in the SYMMETRA RM OPERATION MANUAL), free of conductive contaminants.

Electrical Safety

•Do not work alone under hazardous conditions.

•High short circuit current through conductive materials could cause severe burns.

•A licensed electrician is required to install permanently wired equipment.

•Check that the power cord(s), plug(s), and sockets are in good condition.

•To reduce the risk of electric shock when grounding cannot be verified, disconnect the equipment from the AC power outlet before installing or connecting to other equipment. Reconnect the power cord only after all connections are made.

•Do not handle any kind of metallic connector before the power has been removed.