Multi-Tech Systems RF600, RF660, RF760 Safety Warnings , Safety Recommendations for Rack Installations

Chapter 1 – Product Description, Features, and Overview

Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. RouteFinderVPN RF760/660/600VPN User Guide (PN S000323D) 11

Safety Warnings

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. A lithium battery on the RouteFinder VPN PC board provides

backup power for the time-keeping capability. The battery has an estimated life expectancy of ten years. When it starts

to weaken, the date and time may be incorrect. If the battery fails, send the board back to Multi-Tech for battery

replacement.

The Ethernet ports are not designed to be connected to a Public Telecommunication Network.

Do not use the Software Recovery CD for any purpose except for re-installing software onto the RouteFinder VPN hard

drive.

• Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.

• Never install telephone jacks in a wet location unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations.

• This product is to be used with UL and cUL listed computers.

• Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the

network interface.

• Avoid using a telephone during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electrical shock from

lightening.

• Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

• To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger Telecommunications line cord.

Safety Recommendations for Rack Installations

Ensure proper installation of the ROUTEFINDER in a closed or multi-unit enclosure by following the recommended

installation as defined by the enclosure manufacturer. Do not place the ROUTEFINDER directly on top of other equipment

or place other equipment directly on top of the ROUTEFINDER.

If installing the ROUTEFINDER in a closed or multi-unit enclosure, ensure adequate airflow within the rack so that the

maximum recommended ambient temperature is not exceeded.

Ensure that the ROUTEFINDER is properly connected to earth ground via a grounded power cord. If a power strip is used,

ensure that the power strip provides adequate grounding of the attached apparatus.

Ensure that the main supply circuit is capable of handling the load of the ROUTEFINDER. Refer to the power label on the

equipment for load requirements.

Maximum ambient temperature for the ROUTEFINDER is 50 degrees Celsius (120° F).

This equipment should only be installed by properly qualified service personnel.

Connect like circuits. In other words, connect SELV (Secondary Extra Low Voltage) circuits to SELV circuits and TN

(Telecommunications Network) circuits to TN circuits.