Technical data
Series SPB Audio Boosters Manual, Revision A
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2 Safety Precautions
2.1 Read This Manual
1. Cooper Wheelock recommends that, before performing any actions to specify, apply,
install, maintain, and operationally test Series SPB Audio Boosters, personnel properly
qualified in the application and use of life safety equipment read this manual carefully.
2. Keep this manual with the Series SPB Audio Booster panel for reference during the life
of the system. Make this manual available to all qualified personnel who operate, test,
maintain, or service Series SPB Audio Booster products. It is strongly recommend that
such personnel read and understand the entire manual.
2.2 Operational Safety
WARNING: If safety precautions, installation, and testing
instructions are not performed properly, the Series SPB Audio
Boosters may not operate in an emergency situation, which could
result in serious injury or death to you and/or others.
WARNING: If the protective signaling system sounds and/or
flashes, it is a warning that a possible serious situation requires
immediate attention.
CAUTION: Series SPB Audio Booster printed circuit boards are sensitive to static
electricity and have delicate components mounted on it.
(a) Discharge any static electricity from your body by touching a grounded object,
such as a metal screw, which is connected to earth ground.
(b) Handle the board by its edges and be careful not to twist or flex it. Install the
Series SPB Audio Booster panel in a static-free area.
(c) Attach grounded wrist straps properly before touching any static sensitive areas.
(d) After handling Series SPB Audio Booster printed circuit board, test the panel as
described in section 4.6 to verify that it is functioning properly.
NOTE: In areas prone to lighting strikes, using a surge protection device is recommended.
Reference TESAN number S002-99 for recommended manufacturers of surge protection
equipment.
This TESAN (Technical Engineering Support Application Notice) is available from the Cooper
Wheelock website, www.cooperwheelockinc.com, and is found under the Technical Support tab.