Safety instructions Siemens

Safety instructions

Contents
1 Protective measures 3
1.1 Protection from high voltages 4
1.2 Protective grounding 4
1.3 Protection from escaping laser light 6
2 Handling 11
2.1 Handling of modules with electrostatic sensitive devices 12
2.2 Handling optical fiber connectors and lines 13
2.3 Handling batteries 16
3 Notes 17
3.1 Notes on operating the device 18
3.2 Notes on working on the subracks 18
3.3 Weight information 18
3.4 Parts with high operating temperature 18
4 PC safety instruction 19
4.1 PC safety 20

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1 Protective measures
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Any installation, adjustment, maintenance or repair of the apparatus must only be

carried out by trained, authorized personnel. At all times, personnel must comply with
all safety notices and instructions.
Specific hazards are indicated by symbol labels on or near the affected parts of the
equipment. The labels conform to BS5378, are triangular in shape, and are colored
black on a yellow background. An informative text label may accompany the symbol
label.
Hazard labeling is supplemented by safety notices in the appropriate handbook.
These notices contain additional information on the nature of the hazard and may
also specify precautions. The notices are categorized as either Warnings or Cautions
and are presented in the format shown below.

1.1 Protection from high voltages

When the power supply is involved, VDE 0105 (operation of power installations),
which describes the safety measures required, must be observed.

1.2 Protective grounding

Prior to connecting the external cabling to the system rack, the rack frame must be
grounded. This grounding must remain for as long as cables are connected externally
to the equipment.

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1.3 Protection from escaping laser light

1.3.1 Laser classes
According to the safety provisions all laser products must be assigned to a Class
from 1 to 4 according to their hazard potential, labeled and fitted with the required
protective equipment. Currently two classification schemes, the old one shown in the
graphics and a new one are used simultaneously.
An instruction program, to be repeated annually, is recommended for persons who
use Class 3 A to 4 laser products. Laser safety officers competent in the field only
need to be appointed for Class 3B and 4 laser products, however. Unintentional
radiation emission must be prevented for Class 2 to 4 laser products. Class 2 or 3A
laser products in the service or work area must be clearly recognizable and
permanently labeled. Only qualified and trained employees should be assigned to
install, adjust and operate class 3A to 4 laser equipment.
Use of Class 2 and 3A lasers does not endanger the skin. An eye hazard may be
posed in the visible range of laser radiation if the blink reflex is suppressed and Class
2 or Class 3A laser beams are shone directly into the pupil at close range. In general
there can be an eye hazard if beams emitted from Class 3A lasers are viewed with
collecting optical instruments such as magnifying glasses, telescopes etc.

For the "new" laser classes, the following things have changed:
• old class 3A has been split into the new classes 1M and 2M, i.e. these classes are
dangerous when viewed e.g. through a fiberscope.
• new is class 3R, as being substantially higher than the 1M (5 times the radiation
power), but much less dangerous than class 3B

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Fig. 2 Possible laser hazards

Fig. 3 Table of laser classes

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1.3.2 Classes of equipment used

1.3.2.1 SDH equipment
Synchronous optical fiber systems contain laser equipment. In the case of operation
in a closed system, this equipment meets the safety level of Class 1 laser
equipment.

Devices and modules which carry one

of these signs are fitted with laser
equipment. LASER CLASS 1

Transmission systems which are fitted with optical laser amplifier modules are
assigned to Danger Class 3A, taking into account foreseeable malfunctions. They are
identified by the following labeling of the amplifier modules:

Laser Klasse 3A Nicht in den Strahl Class 3A Laser Product

blicken, auch nicht mit optischen Do not stare into beam or view directly
Instrumenten, Sendebetrieb nur im with optical instruments. Operate in a
geschlossenen optischen System. closed optical loop only.

For safe operation of the whole optical section, activation of the laser safety
shutdown with blocking of the automatic cyclical laser startup is provided. Installation
must be done in a closed system with protection.
To avoid damage to health, the regulations on laser radiation safety (DIN VDE
0837/IEC 825) must be observed.

1.3.2.2 DWDM equipment

When operated in a closed system, the laser equipment of the device conforms to
class 1 safety level.
Within the device, hazard level 1M might occur.
Several Modules when open can belong to laser class 3 or even 4.
Labeling of the single modules is done accordingly.

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Caution:
So that the Laser Class 1 (or 1M within the device) limits are met, it is not permitted
to carry out any mechanical modifications with the optical (laser) modules. If any
modifications of these modules are realized or if the system is not operated according
to the regulations, the operating authorization will expire.
The laser radiation applied is invisible.
Nevertheless, in view of possible malfunctions, laser class 1 (or 1M within the device)
has to be notified. If the automatic laser shutdown APSD is disabled, laser class 3B
has to be notified.
Notwithstanding the above, any optical fiber cable which is open on one side should
be regarded as being ‘in operation’.
Never look into the end of a fiber, fiber connector, fiber patchcoard, fiber pigtail or
plug-in module connector until you are SURE that no light is present. Permanent eye
damage or blindness can result if exposed to such optical power levels, even for
extremely short durations. Always use whatever safety devices are supplied (caps,
shutters, etc.). Read and follow all laser warning labels affixed to the device.

Fig. 4 Warning labels on DWDM equipment

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2 Handling

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2.1 Handling of modules with electrostatic sensitive

devices

All modules contain electrostatic sensitive devices (ESD)!

Modules that bear this label have electrostatic sensitive devices, i.e. when handling
them the required safety measures must be configured with.
When modules with the electrostatic sensitive device symbol are packed, unpacked,
touched, extracted or inserted, grounding bracelets must always be worn. This
ensures that the modules are not damaged.

ESD
For this purpose, there are two appropriately marked grounding sockets
on the rack, that accommodate the connecting plug of the grounding
bracelet.

Every printed circuit board has a grounding outer edge, which is connected to the
ground of the module, by which the board can be held. Touching the component
terminals, the contacts of the SIEDECON plug connector or the conductor tracks
(even if you are grounded correctly) must be avoided.
When modules are removed and inserted while installation and maintenance work is
being carried out, the insertion and extraction aids fitted to them must be used.
Modules which are in a screened, unopened housing are protected in any case.
European Standard EN50082-1 gives guidelines for appropriate handling of elector-
static sensitive devices.
No special rules must be observed when handling sub-racks.
There is danger of injury when the cover of the sub-rack is open. For this reason,
while working on the sub-rack, the sub-rack cover must be lifted in the open state and
then removed.
On completion, this cover must be replaced and closed.

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2.2 Handling optical fiber connectors and lines

Optical connectors are precision parts and must be handled accordingly. Perfect
function is only ensured if the following points are observed:
• Optical fiber connectors must always be protected from mechanical damage and
dirt by a protective cap. The dust protection caps should only be removed
immediately before fitting.
• After the dust protection caps are removed, the faces of the optical fiber plugs
must be checked for cleanliness and cleaned if necessary. For cleaning, the
optical fiber cleaning tool C52334-A380-A926 or a perfectly clean, lint-free
cellulose cloth or chamois leather can be used. Freon TF, isopropyl alcohol (99%)
or spirit can be used as the cleaning fluid.
• Mechanical damage to the faces of optical connectors reduces transmission
quality (increases attenuation), impact stresses must therefore be avoided when
handling the connectors.
Optical fiber lines must never be bent to a radius of less than 30 mm!

Achtung!
Laser und Glasfaser
mechanisch nicht belasten Follow instructions about mechanical handling of lasers
CAUTION and optical fibers on the optical modules.
LASER AND GLASS FIBER
MUST NOT BE PHYSICALLY
DAMAGED OR STRAINED

2.2.1 Cleaning of fibers

Once the protective dust caps have been removed or if a fiber connection was
opened, you must check under high magnification the surfaces of the optical fiber
connectors to ensure that they are clean, and clean them if necessary. Also do this
with increased optical attenuation.
The importance of clean fiber ends and connectors cannot be overemphasized.
NEVER make any fiber connection until the mating components are first cleaned, and
cleanliness is verified under magnification. Failure to do so will most likely result in
irreversible damage to fiber and/or connectors, necessitating their replacement.
Burnt-in dust particles also burn the transition area of a clean mating connector
("optical virus"). This is especially important when changing modules.

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2.2.2 Fiber endface inspection criteria after cleaning

The fiber ends can be regarded as properly cleaned, when the following criteria are
fulfilled (valid for fibers with a radius of R = 125 µm)
1. The 25 µm Area (area up to 25 µm which also includes the 9 µm Core Glass
Area) must not have any visible scratches, impurities, or other damage.
2. In the Cladding Glass Area (R = 25-100 µm) at least the inner 50% must be
completely free of scratches, impurities, or other damage. The other 50% must
fulfill the following criteria: They must not have any scratches which are
significantly broader or deeper than 1 µm. Impurities of up to 10 µm are,
tolerated, however the glass must not be chipped under any circumstances.
3. In the Overclad Area of the fiber (beyond a range of 100 µm), isolated rough
scratches, impurities and chipped edges are tolerated up to 15 µm.
All impurities must be easily removable.

In the pictures some examples are given for acceptable and unacceptable fiber
endfaces.

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Fig. 5 Fiber endface structure

Fig. 6 Endface examples

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2.3 Handling batteries

To avoid loss of data, replacement of the battery must be handled by the
manufacturer. Therefore the module (e.g. system controller unit) has to be removed
as described in the MMN manual and sent in a special cover (ESD protection) to the
manufacturer.
The lithium battery on the module must be replaced with an identical type or one
recommended by the manufacturer.
If it is replaced incorrectly, there is danger of explosion.
The lithium battery must be disposed of according to the local regulations for disposal
of special waste.

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3 Notes

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3.1 Notes on operating the device

The device must only be operated with the cover closed.

3.2 Notes on working on the subracks

There is danger of injury when the cover of the subrack is open. For this reason,
while working on the subrack, the subrack cover must be lifted in the open state and
then removed. On completion, the subrack cover must be replaced and closed.

3.3 Weight information

MAXIMUM UNEQUIPPED Note the weight data given in subrack label.

EQUIPMENT
WT. 28 KG WT. 12 KG Maximum safe lifting weight for one person
= 18 kg.

subrack empty weight = 12 kg

subrack full weight = 28 kg
The weight shown in kilograms is only
approximate.

3.4 Parts with high operating temperature

Certain parts (e.g. heat sinks) operate at a high temperature. You
can get injured when touching these parts!
Caution When the subrack cover is opened these parts are
accessible!

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4 PC safety instruction

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4.1 PC safety
• Transport the device only in its original packaging, or equivalent, to protect it from
knocks and jolts.
• During installation and before operating the device, observe any instructions on
environmental conditions in the Operating manual of the device.
• If the device is brought into the installation site from a cold environment,
condensation can form. Before operating the device, wait until it is absolutely dry
and has reached approximately the same temperature as the installation site.
• Ensure that the local line voltage remains within the range of this device. Check
the rated voltage set for this device (see the Operating Manual and type plate of
the device).
• The device has a specially approved power cable and must only be connected to a
grounded wall outlet.
• Ensure that the power socket on the device or the grounded wall outlet is freely
accessible.
• The power switch does not disconnect the device from the line voltage. To
disconnect the line voltage completely, remove the power plug from the grounded
power outlet (see also the Operating Manual of the device).
• Connect the device and the attached peripherals to the same circuit.
• Lay all cables so that nobody can stand on them or trip over them. Refer to the
relevant notes in the Operating Manual when connecting the device.
• No data transmission cable should be connected or disconnected during a
thunderstorm.
• Please ensure that no objects or liquids can get into the interior of the device
(electrical shock, short circuit).
• In emergency cases (e.g., damaged casing, elements or cables, penetration of
liquids or foreign matter), switch off the device immediately, remove the power
connector and contact your sales office or customer service.
• Only qualified technicians may repair the device. Unauthorized repair may
represent a serious hazard to the user (electric shock, fire risk).
• Proper operation of the device (in accordance with IEC 950/EN60950) is only
ensured if the casing is completely assembled and the rear covers are in place
(electric shock, cooling, fire protection, interference suppression).
• When cleaning the device, observe the relevant notes in the Operating Manual.

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• Before opening the device, first switch it off and then disconnect the power plug.
When opening the device observe the instructions in the associated Operating
Manual or Technical Manual. Install only system expansions that satisfy the
requirements and rules governing safety and electromagnetic compatibility and
relationing to telecommunications terminal equipment. If you install other
expansions, you may damage the system or violate the safety regulations and
regulations governing RFI suppression. Information on which system expansions
are suitable can be obtained from the customer service or your sales office. The
components (e.g. power supply) marked with a warning sign (e.g. lightning sign)
may only be opened, removed or exchanged by authorized, qualified personnel.
• The warranty is voided if the device is damaged during the installation or
replacement of system expansions.
• You may set only those resolutions and refresh rates specified in the „Technical
data“ section of the monitor description. Otherwise you may damage your monitor.
• Batteries must only be disposed of in accordance with local regulations concerning
special waste.
• Data cables to peripheral devices must be adequately shielded.

WARNING
Incorrect replacement of the device's battery may lead to a risk of explosion.
The battery may be replaced only with an identical battery or with a type
recommended by the manufacturer.

4.1.1 CE certificate
The PC complies with the requirements of the EEC directive 89/336/EEC
„Electromagnetic compatibility“ and 73/23/EEC „Low voltage directive“ with amending
directive 93/67/EEC.

4.1.2 Notes on the laser

The following applies if your PC is equipped with a CD-ROM drive.
The CD-ROM drive contains an LED (light emitting diode) classified according to IEC
825-1:1993:LASER KLASSE 1.

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