Cisco RP Series Installation Manual page 11

Site Preparation
Safety Recommendations
The following guidelines are intended to help ensure your safety and protect the equipment. This list does not
cover all potentially hazardous situations, so be alert.
• Review the safety warnings listed in Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information document before
• Keep the area clear and dust free during and after the installation.
• Keep tools and components away from areas where people might accidentally step on them or kick them.
• Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry, or other items that might become trapped in the chassis during the
• As a safety feature, the Cisco PDUs ship with locking 3-wire electrical grounding-type plugs that only
• Be sure to use the installed products in accordance with their marked electrical ratings and product usage
Moving the Unit Safely
Note
Before you install the system, make sure that your site is properly prepared so that you can avoid having to
move the Cisco R42612 rack later. Specifically, choose your installation site to accommodate existing power
sources and network connections.
Whenever you move the Cisco R42612 rack or any heavy object, follow these guidelines:
• Always disconnect all external cables before moving the Cisco R-Series rack.
• Do not attempt to move the unit by yourself.
• Never attempt to lift an object that might be too heavy for one person to lift alone. If you are not sure
• Ensure that your footing is solid, and balance the weight of the object between your feet.
• Move the system slowly; never move suddenly or twist your body as you push.
• Keep your back straight and push with your legs, not your back. If you must bend down to move the
• Move the rack from the middle. Grasp the middle of the Cisco R-Series Rack exterior with both hands.
Safety with Electricity
Most networking and data center devices are designed to be removed and replaced without presenting an
electrical hazard or damage. In situations where you must completely remove power to a component, always
remove the plug on the component side first, and then unplug all components connected to a PDU before
installing, configuring, troubleshooting, or maintaining the Cisco R42612 rack.
installation.
fit into grounding-type power outlets. The equipment grounding should be in accordance with national
and local electrical codes.
instructions to guarantee safe operation.
how much a particular object or device weights, refer to the appropriate device specifications.
Cisco R42612 rack, bend at the knees and not at the waist to reduce the strain on your lower back muscles.
Cisco R42612 Rack and RP-Series Metered Input PDU Installation Guide
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