Nautel XR6 Preinstallation Manual

Nautel XR6 Preinstallation Manual Manual pdf 15 page image

XR6/XR3 Pre-installation ManualIssue 3.0 2009-07-15 Page xvSafety precautionsThis section provides very important information about protecting the safety of personnel andequipment:• Personal safety - see page xv• Site safety - see page xvi• Equipment safety - see page xviiiPersonal safetyTrainingThe training of any personnel who will have physical access to the site or the transmitter is veryimportant. Personnel must be familiar with the transmitter, so that they can avoid physical danger,and be aware of hazards to themselves and the equipment.Nautel offers a number of training courses covering the basic fundamentals of RF systems andtransmitters, and the operation and maintenance of the transmitter. For more information aboutavailable courses and schedules, go to the Nautel website at http://www.nautel.com/Training.aspx,or ask your Nautel sales representative.Site orientationWhen you give personnel access to the transmitter site (e.g., hiring new personnel, or giving accesskeys to personnel), perform a site orientation to ensure that they are familiar with the site, on-siteprocedures, and on-site hazards. Cover the following topics:• Securing the site (locking doors and fences) to prevent unauthorized access• How and when to call for technical support or emergency assistance• Areas of the site and pieces of equipment that are off limits