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Safety: Dell™ PowerVault™ 136T LTO Library User's Guide 
NOTE: In addition to the safety instructions presented in this guide, local and professional safety rules apply. 
Avoid dangerous situations while operating the Dell PowerVault 136T LTO Library by following all safety procedures and operating the equipment 
carefully. Read and follow all instructions in this guide. It is mandatory that operators of the Dell PowerVault 136T LTO Library understand and 
comply with all instructions contained in this guide and other related documentation. 
Intended Use 
This equipment is designed for processing: 
l Magnetic tape cartridges 
Any other application is not considered the intended use. Dell shall not be held liable for damage arising from unauthorized use of the library. The 
user assumes all risk in this aspect. 
Hazard Alert Messages 
Emphasized paragraphs in this guide warn of danger or draw attention to important information. Dell classifies hazards in several categories. 
Table 1 shows the relationship of the symbols, signal words, actual hazards, and possible consequences. 
Table 1. Hazard Alert Messages 
Area of Application 
 NOTE: Other manufacturer documentation is an integral part of the Dell PowerVault 136T LTO Library User's Guide documentation set. 
This information applies to the entire Dell PowerVault 136T LTO Library family. Further safety instructions for components used in the equipment 
are not invalidated by these instructions. 
Protective Devices 
The Dell PowerVault 136T LTO Library is equipped with the following protective devices: 
l Monitored access to the library 
l Front Power Switch 
l Rear Power Switch 
Library Enclosure  
The Dell PowerVault 136T LTO Library is completely surrounded by an enclosure. The library can only be accessed through monitored access 
area(s). The enclosure around the library separates the danger area of the Dell PowerVault 136T LTO Library from the normal working area. The 
danger area of the library is the area in which personnel can be injured by component movements. 
Intended Use
Hazard Alert Messages 
Area of Application 
Protective Devices 
Symbol 
Damage to ... 
Signal Word 
Definition 
Consequence 
Person 
WARNING
Imminent hazardous electrical or 
mechanical situation
Death or serious injury
Material 
CAUTION
Potential damaging situation
Possible damage to the 
product, data, or 
environment
NOTE
Indicates important information that 
helps make better use of the system 
No hazardous or damaging 
consequences










