IBM 2194, 6345, 2193 manual Safety information, Installation, Xiii

Safety information

Installation

The construction of the IBM Personal Computer provides extra protection against the risk of electrical shock. The IBM computer has a power cord with a three-prong plug that is required to ground metal parts. It is the responsibility of the person installing the computer to connect it to a properly grounded electrical outlet. Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord; these devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.

If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet that is incorrectly connected to the building wiring, serious electrical shock could result.

CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK:

For continued protection against the risk of electrical shock, follow these steps:

•Connect your computer only to an electrical outlet of the correct voltage. If you are unsure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power company.

•If your computer has cables other than the power cords, you must connect them before plugging the power cords into an electrical outlet. Before removing these cables, you must first unplug the power cords from the outlet.

•If your computer has a telephone connection, do not touch the telephone cords when there is lightning in the area.

•Do not use or store the computer in an area where it can become wet.

•Make sure all replacement parts have characteristics identical or equivalent to the original parts. Other parts may not have the same safety features.

•Personal injury or electrical shock may result if you undertake actions other than those specifically described in this book. This is particularly true if you try to service or repair the power supply, monitor, or built-in modem. Always refer service or repairs to qualified service personnel.

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