Compaq Notebook PC Laptop User Manual


 
1-28 Safety and Comfort
Installation
Requirements
Compaq products operate safely when used according to their marked electrical ratings
and product usage instructions. Use facilities that comply with the following electrical
codes to ensure the safe operation of Compaq products:
In the United States, operate the product in commercial or residential structures that
have electrical installation in compliance with American National Standards
Institute/National Fire Protection Association (ANSI/NFPA) 70, United States
National Electric Code, or ANSI/NFPA 75, Protection of Electronic Computer/Data
Processing Equipment, with branch circuit current protection of up to 20 amperes.
In Canada, operate the product in commercial or residential structures that have
electrical installation in compliance with the Canadian Standards Association
(CAN/CSA) C22.1, Canadian Electrical Code.
In all other countries, operate the product in commercial or residential structures
that have electrical installation in compliance with local and regional office and
residential electrical wiring codes such as International Electrotechnical
Commission (IEC) 364 parts 1 through 7.
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NOTE: Do not use Compaq products in areas classified as hazardous locations. Such areas include patient
care areas of medical and dental facilities, oxygen-laden environments, or industrial facilities. Contact
your local electrical authority governing building construction, maintenance, or safety for more information
regarding the installation of any product.
For more information, please consult the information, manuals, and literature provided
with your product or contact your local sales representative.
General
Precautions for
Compaq
Products
Retain the product’s safety and operating instructions for future reference. Follow all
operating and usage instructions. Observe all warnings on the product and in the
operating instructions.
To reduce the risk of fire, bodily injury, and damage to the equipment, observe the
following precautions.
Damage requiring service
Unplug the product from the electrical outlet and take the product to a Compaq
authorized service provider under the following conditions:
The power cord, extension cord, or plug is damaged.
Liquid has been spilled or an object has fallen into the product.
The product has been exposed to water.
The product has been dropped or damaged in any way.