060 060
/
APPENDIX B: DETAILED SAFETY, ENVIRONMENTAL, AND REGULATORY INFORMATION

When operating your equipment:

WARNING: Do not operate your equipment with any cover(s) (including
computer covers, bezels, ller brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.) removed.
WARNING: Do not use your equipment in a wet environment. Protect
equipment from liquid intrusion.
Do not use damaged equipment, including exposed, frayed, or damaged •
power cords.
Disconnect your device and all peripherals (including an integrated or •
optional modem or TV tuner) from any wall connections during an electrical
(lightning) storm or when you will be away for extended periods.
Do not push any objects into the air vents or openings of your equipment. •
Doing so can cause re or electric shock by shorting out interior components.
Do not allow your portable computer or adapter to operate with the base •
resting directly on exposed skin for extended periods of time. e surface
temperature of the base will rise during normal operation, particularly when
AC power is present. Allowing sustained contact with exposed skin can cause
discomfort or burn.
If your equipment does not operate normally, contact Alienware (for details, •
refer to “CONTACTING ALIENWARE“ on page 90) or an authorized dealer or
service center for retail purchases.
APPENDIX B: DETAILED SAFETY, ENVIRONMENTAL, AND REGULATORY INFORMATION

General Safety Information

Use the following safety guidelines to help ensure your own personal safety and to
help protect your equipment and working environment from potential damage.
You can nd additional Safety Best Practices information on the Regulatory
Compliance Homepage on www.dell.com at the following location:
www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
NOTE: In this document, product, equipment, and device are used
interchangeably and refer to all computers.
WARNING: Use of controls, adjustments, procedures, connections, or
signal types other than those specied in your documentation may result
in exposure to shock, electrical hazards, and/or mechanical hazards.
CAUTION: Alienware products are not intended for use in patient health
care environments unless specially designated.
CAUTION: Alienware products are not designed for use in ammable or
explosive environments.

When setting up the equipment for use:

Place the computer on a hard, level surface. •
Do not stack the computer, place it in an enclosed space, or otherwise install •
it where it is subject to heated air. e equipment should have at least
10.2 cm (4 inches) of clearance on all vented sides to permit the airow
required for proper ventilation. Restricting airow can damage the equipment
or cause overheating.