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Important Safety Instructions

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

This manual contains instructions and warnings that should be followed during 

the installation, operation, and storage of this product. Failure to heed these 

instructions and warnings may affect the product warranty.

•  The PDU provides convenient multiple outlets, but it DOES NOT provide surge or line noise 

protection for connected equipment.

•  The PDU is designed for indoor use only in a controlled environment away from excess 

moisture, temperature extremes, conductive contaminants, dust or direct sunlight.

•  Do not connect the PDU to an ungrounded outlet or to extension cords or adapters that 

eliminate the connection to ground.

•  The power requirement for each piece of equipment connected to the PDU must not exceed 

the individual outlet’s load rating.

•  The total power requirement for equipment connected to the PDU must not exceed the 

maximum load rating for the PDU.

•  Do not drill into or attempt to open any part of the PDU housing. There are no user-serviceable 

parts inside.

•  Do not attempt to modify the PDU, including the input plugs and power cables.
•  Do not attempt to use the PDU if any part of it becomes damaged.
•  Do not attempt to mount the PDU to an insecure or unstable surface.
•  Use of this equipment in life support applications where failure of this equipment can 

reasonably be expected to cause the failure of the life support equipment or to significantly 

affect its safety or effectiveness is not recommended. Do not use this equipment in the 
presence of a flammable anesthetic mixture with air, oxygen or nitrous oxide.

•  Never attempt to install electrical equipment during a thunderstorm.
•  Keep indoor ambient temperature between 32°F and 104°F (0°C and 40°C).
•  Connect the PDU to an outlet that is in accordance with your local building codes and that is 

adequately protected against excess currents, short circuits and earth faults.

•  Do not attempt to open the PDU; there are no user-serviceable parts inside. 
•  The PDU must be installed by a qualified technician only.
•  Install in accordance with National Electrical Codes. Be sure to use the proper over current 

protection for the installation, in accordance with the plug rating/equipment rating.

•  The electrical sockets supplying power to the equipment shall be installed near the equipment 

and be easily accessible.

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