GAI-Tronics 297-103RT4 Retrofit S.M.A.R.T. Externally Powered Emergency Phones - Manual (Page 5)

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Installation
ATTENTION
Installation should be performed by qualified personnel and only in
accordance with the National Electrical Code or applicable local codes.
Safety Guidelines
When installing any GAI-Tronics telephone equipment, please adhere to the following guidelines to
ensure the safety of all personnel:
• Do not install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
• All telephone models must be properly connected to earth ground to protect personnel and to minimize
the effects of any electrostatic discharge (e.g., lightning). The telephones each include a ground
terminal. Please note proper grounding does not eliminate the need for lightning protection for the
telephone or the telephone system.
• An additional UL Listed lightning arrestor may be installed on any phone or phone cable that is
exposed to a higher risk of lightning strikes. The lightning arrestor must be installed as close to the
phone as possible to maximize the protection. It must not be installed within the enclosure supplied
with the phone. Please consult our Service Center at 800-492-1212 for further information.
• Do not install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations.
• Do not touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been
disconnected at the network interface.
• If an ac source is available within five feet of the telephone, the included power supply can be used.
The ac source and power supply must be mounted in a dry location, such as a GAI-Tronics stanchion.
• If the ac source is located more than five feet from the telephone, either extend the wiring of the
included power supply, or provide a UL LISTED “Class 2” 12 volt dc regulated power supply.
Additionally, if the ac source is not located within the same structure or building, lightning/surge
protection is required.
General Installation Guidelines
GAI-Tronics S.M.A.R.T. phones are designed to operate on telephone lines as detailed in the Product
Overview section of this manual. The telephones are designed to operate with one telephone per line. If
telephones are operated in parallel or “party line configuration” you may experience sporadic phone
operation, difficulties with programming, or premature disconnection of calls. Additionally, if special
features, e.g. voice mail, call waiting, etc, are not disabled, the phone may not function.
Tamper-Resistant Hardware
All of the telephones described in this manual are vandal resistant. The front panel for each telephone
covered in this manual is attached to its enclosure with tamper-resistant screws. To ease installation,
every RT Series and CB Series telephone is shipped with a tamper-resistant screwdriver bit.
Conduit Installation Details
GAI-Tronics recommends installing telephone lines in conduit to protect against accidental damage and
vandalism. To prevent moisture from entering the enclosure, we strongly recommend the following:
• Conduit should enter the enclosure from the bottom.
• Sealed fittings should be installed at all cable entry points.
• Silicone sealant or equivalent should be applied around and inside all conduit entries.