Sensaphone IMS-4000 Users manual - Manual (Page 5)

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Important Safety InStructIonS
Your IMS-4000 has been carefully designed to give you years of safe, reliable performance. As with all electrical equipment,
however, there are a few basic precautions you should take to avoid hurting yourself or damaging the unit:
• Read the installation and operating instructions in this manual carefully. Be sure to save it for future reference.
• Read and follow all warning and instruction labels on the product itself.
• To protect the IMS-4000 from overheating, make sure all openings on the unit are not blocked. Do not place on or near
a heat source, such as a radiator or heat register.
• Do not use your IMS-4000 near water, or spill liquid of any kind into it.
• Be certain that your power source matches the rating in the specifications of this manual. If you’re not sure of the type of
power supply to your facility, consult your dealer or local power company.
• Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where the cord will be abused by persons
walking on it.
• Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords, as this can result in the risk of fire or electric shock.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, the power supply cord for the IMS-4000 Host must have a grounded lug.
• The IMS-4000 Host power supply cord must be used in accordance with applicable UL/CSA/EN/IEC standards, and
must meet the conductor size and length terms of the above-mentioned standards.
• All IMS-4000 components (Host, Node, PowerGate and PowerGate2) must be plugged into a grounded outlet.
• Never push objects of any kind into this product through ventilation holes as they may touch dangerous voltage points
or short out parts that could result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product, but return it to Sensaphone Customer Service, or
another approved repair facility, when any service or repair work is required. Opening or removing covers may expose
you to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassembly can cause electric shock when the unit is subsequently
used.
• If anything happens that indicates that your IMS-4000 is not working properly or has been damaged, unplug it immedi-
ately and follow the procedures in the manual for having it serviced. Return the unit for servicing under the following
conditions:
1. The power cord or plug is frayed or damaged.
2. Liquid has been spilled into the product or it has been exposed to water.
3. The unit has been dropped, or the enclosure is damaged.
4. The unit doesn’t function normally when you’re following the operating instructions.
• Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric
shock from lightning.
• Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
• To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons, read and follow these instructions:
1. Use only the specified type and size batteries.
2. Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire. The cell may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal
instructions.
3. Do not open or mutilate batteries. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It
may be toxic if swallowed.
4. Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to short the battery with conducting materials such as rings, brace-
lets, and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause burns.
5. Remove main power and telephone connections before replacing the battery.