TB8100 Installation Guide Installation 3© Tait Electronics Limited June 20051 InstallationThis chapter describes how to install the TB8100 BSS in a standard 19 inchrack or cabinet. It also provides some general information on safetyprecautions and site requirements. We recommend that you read the entirechapter before beginning the installation.1.1 Personal Safety1.1.1 Lethal VoltagesWarning!! The PMU contains voltages that may be lethal.Refer to the ratings label on the rear of themodule.The TB8100 BSS must be installed so that the rear of the PMU is locatedin a service access area. The PMU must be connected to the mains supplysource by trained personnel in accordance with local and nationalregulations.Disconnect the mains IEC connector and wait for five minutes forthe internal voltages to self-discharge before dismantling. The ACpower on/off switch does not isolate the PMU from the mains. Itbreaks only the phase circuit, not the neutral.The PMU should be serviced only by qualified technicians. There are nouser-replaceable parts inside. If the PMU is damaged and does not functionproperly, stop the module safely and contact your nearest Tait Dealer orCustomer Service Organisation immediately.All servicing should be carried out only when the PMU is powered througha mains isolating transformer of sufficient rating. We stronglyrecommend that the mains power to the whole of the repair and test areais supplied via an earth leakage circuit breaker.1.1.2 Explosive EnvironmentsWarning!! Do not operate TB8100 BSS equipment nearelectrical blasting caps or in an explosive atmos-phere. Operating the equipment in these envi-ronments is a definite safety hazard.