RaySafe i2 System - Manual (Page 40)

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RaySafe i2 System User Manual – Safety
fIRe SAfety
Use of electrical product in an environment for which it was not designed can lead to fire or explosion.
fire regulations for the type of medical area being used should be fully applied, observed and enforced. fire
extinguishers should be available for both electrical and non-electrical fires.
WARNING Only use extinguishers on electrical or chemical fires, which are specifically labeled for those
purposes. Using water or other liquids on an electrical fire can lead to fatal or other serious
personal injury.
If it is safe to do so, attempt to isolate the product from electrical and other supplies before attempting to fight
a fire. this will reduce the risk of electric shocks.
eleCtRoStAtIC dISCHARge (eSd)
CAUTION Always wait at least ten seconds after the product is switched OFF before switching the
product back to ON.
CAUTION Always use proper static procedures, protection, and product prior to opening and during
handling of this product. This product contains components that are electrostatic sensitive.
Failure to use ESD procedures may cause damage to these components. Such damage to
components is not covered by Unfors RaySafe warranties.
Connections to sensitive parts are identified by the eSd warning symbol as shown.
eSd can amount to a significant voltage, which may cause damage to pCBs or other system components.
eSd damage is cumulative and may not be apparent at first, as indicated by a hard failure, but can cause
degraded performance. therefore, always use proper eSd handling procedures. eSd can result from low
humidity conditions, use of electrical equipment on carpeting, linens, and clothing.