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2 Safety
2.1 General Hazard Areas.
Those safety issues that could pose a concern are discussed within this document
and listed below:
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AC power is not removed internal to the NOMAD MXU console by pushing the front panel
switch.
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Do not open the unit. There are no serviceable components within the system. Contact the Iridium
gateway for service instructions.
•
RF energy emitted by the antennae is of a very low level but as a precaution, it is recommended to
maintain a physical distance of 30 cm while the unit is operating.
2.2 Specific Hazard Areas
The specific areas of concern are detailed as follows:
The precautions stated below must be observed to prevent personal injury, death or equipment damage:
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When possible, the power supply in the unit should be shut off before beginning work on the
equipment. Note: Power can only be removed from the unit by disconnecting the AC power cable
from the building mains power .
•
The telephone lines have hazardous DC voltages and currents associated with the ringing system.
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The main power (i.e. 50/60 Hertz, 115/240 VAC) supplies hazardous AC voltage and current to the
unit via the power cable.
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The antenna array is exposed to lighting hazards. Installation of lightning arrestors and proper
connection to the building ground is necessary to avoid personal injury or death. Note: The
attached ground wire may burn or vaporize during electrical storms.
•
Outside communications wiring connected to the equipment should be handled with caution because of
possible lightning voltages or ring voltages/currents that could be present and hazardous while in a
disconnected condition.
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AC mains power can ONLY be removed from this equipment by disconnecting the AC power cable
from the building mains power. Always disconnect the cable by handling the connector, not the
cable itself.
• The AC power cable supplied has been selected to comply with the units power requirements and all
applicable safety standards. Do not use another cable or otherwise modify it without contacting
the Iridium Gateway for instructions.
2.3 Labels
The following labels either warn or caution service and operator personnel of safety hazards that could be
associated with the MXU. They are located within this document as well as on the unit itself.