Before you begin – Kontron AM4520 Manual User Manual

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Before You Begin

Before handling the board, read the instructions and safety guidelines on the following pages to

prevent damage to the product and to ensure your own personal safety. Refer to the “Advisories”
section in the Preface for advisory conventions used in this user’s guide, including the distinction
between Warnings, Cautions, Important Notes, and Notes.

♦ Always use caution when handling/operating the computer. Only qualified,

experienced, authorized electronics service personnel should access the interior of
the computer. The power supplies produce high voltages and energy hazards, which
can cause bodily harm.

♦ Use extreme caution when installing or removing components. Refer to the

installation instructions in this user’s guide for precautions and procedures. If you
have any questions, please contact Kontron Technical Support.

WARNING

High voltages are present inside the chassis when the unit’s power cord is plugged
into an electrical outlet. Turn off system power, turn off the power supply, and

then disconnect the power cord from its source before removing the chassis cover.
Turning off the system power switch does not remove power to components.

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