Chapter 1 General Information

The CTEP/G Series Enclosures provide housing for a power source for broadband cable operations.

Safety

This Safety Guide 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. Changes and modifications to this unit not expressly approved by APC could void the warranty.

Failure to observe these warnings may result in serious injury, death or damage to the equipment.

Electrical Warnings

Battery Warnings

Overhead Warnings

Do not work alone under hazardous conditions.

Do not handle any metallic connector before the power has been disconnected.

Servicing this equipment may require working with protective covers removed and utility power connected. Use extreme caution during these procedures.

High current through conductive materials could cause severe burns.

When grounding cannot be verified, disconnect the equipment from the utility power outlet before installing or connecting to other equipment. Reconnect the power cord only after all connections are made.

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

Replacement of fuses or other parts must be with identical types and ratings. Substitution of nonidentical parts may cause safety and fire hazards.

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly connected or replaced. Replace batteries only with same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.

Batteries must be recycled. Deliver the battery to an appropriate recycling facility or ship it to the supplier in the new battery packing material.

Never stand underneath anything while it is hoisted. Always wear a hard hat.

Lifting

Modules are heavy. Use proper lifting techniques and equipment to avoid

Warnings

injury.

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APC CTEP0-120 user manual General Information, Safety, Electrical Warnings Battery Warnings Overhead Warnings, Lifting