User's Manual

User Manual - CC1W
Page 18 of 21 DOC No. 0095771
8. Safety information
Intended Usage
A maximum temperature on the device enclosure must not reach temperatures higher than
80°C or lower than -55°C. This condition must be guaranteed permanently in order to be
compliant with the intrinsic safety certification. The CC1W radio device must not be placed
near heating or cooling sources that can put at risk.
As a radio node forming part of a wireless network its positioning can greatly affect its
coverage area and the strength of its signal. It is always recommend to position the
transceiver set free of obstructions and with good line-of-sight to the rest of the network and
whenever possible away of electrical noise sources that can cause interferences.
Lithium Batteries
When the CC1W equipment is powered by a Lithium battery (single), special care must be taken
in order to prevent damages. The battery is composed of a single Lithium-Thionyl Chloride (Li-
SOCl
2
) cell connected with an extension cable with a connector.
 Do not apply pressure that may deform the battery
 Do not use the battery if there are signs of swelling –
remove immediately
 Do not directly heat or solder
 Work areas should be free of sharp objects that could puncture the insulating material
IMPORTANT: The battery must be replaced in non-hazardous areas.
Maintenance Safety
There must be a competent person with enough skills and knowledge supervising all works
performed. Experienced and trained personnel must follow the industrial standard safety
protocol when authorized maintenance activities are carried out on the equipment.