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Appendix A: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information
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Setting up your system
■Read and follow all instructions marked on the product and in the documentation before you
operate your system. Retain all safety and operating instructions for future use.
■Do not use this product near water or a heat source such as a radiator.
■The product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the rating label.
■Openings in the computer case are provided for ventilation. Do not block or cover these
openings. Make sure you provide adequate space, at least 6inches (15 cm), around the system for
ventilation when you set up your work area. Never insert objects of any kind into the computer
ventilation openings.
■If you use an extension cord with this system, make sure that the total ampere rating on the
products plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating.
Care during use
■Do not walk on the power cord or allow an ything to r est on it.
■Do not spill anything on the system. The best way to avoid spills is to avoid eating and drinking
near your system.
■When the computer is turned off, a small amount of electrical current still flows through the
computer. To avoid electrical shock, always unplug all power cables and modem cables from the
wall outlets before cleaning the system.
■Unplug the system from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified personnel if:
■The power cord or plug is damaged.
■Liquid has been spilled into the system.
■The system does not operate properly when the operating instructions are followed.
■The system was dropped or the cabinet is damaged.
■The system performance changes.
Replacement parts and accessories
Use only replacement parts and accessories recommended by Gateway.

Important Do not use Gateway products in areas classified as

hazardous locations. Such areas include patient care

areas of medical and dental facilities, oxygen-laden

environments, or industrial facilities.

Warning To reduce the risk of fire, use only No.26 AWG or larger

telecommunications line cord.