Safety Considerations and Warnings

Follow the warnings and guidelines below to ensure safe operation of your PortServer TS 8/16.

• Do not attempt to service the power supply that comes with PortServer TS 8/16. This sealed unit contains no user-serviceable parts or adjustments. Do not open or tamper with the power supply.
• Use of a non-Digi power supply with this product will void your warranty and may damage your product or cause it to function incorrectly. Contact a Digi International representative to obtain a suitable power supply for your PortServer TS 8/16.
• Carefully inspect the work area in which the PortServer TS 8/16will be located to ensure against hazards such as damp floors, ungrounded power extension cords, and missing ground connections.
• Before you connect PortServer TS 16 to power, locate the power OFF switch on the PortServer and locate the main circuit breaker for the room in which PortServer is installed. If an electrical accident occurs, turn power OFF immediately.
• Before operating PortServer TS 8/16, ensure that external power sources comply with the requirements listed in the specifications. If you are not sure of the type of power source, contact your dealer or power company.
• Ensure that the power supply is connected with the 3-wire, ground-connection plug that comes with PortServer TS 8/16. If you are unable to insert this plug into an outlet, have an electrician replace the obsolete outlet. Do not attempt to defeat the safety feature of the plug.
• Ensure that the ampere rating of all equipment plugged into wall outlets does not exceed the capacity of the outlet.
• If you require an extension cord, ensure that the ampere rating of all equipment plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the ampere rating of the cord.
• If PortServer TS 8/16 is exposed to moisture or condensation, disconnect it from the power source immediately and obtain service assistance.
• If PortServer TS 8/16 exhibits unexpected behavior, such as smoking or becoming extremely hot, disconnect it from power sources immediately and then obtain service assistance.
• Ensure that the cover is secure on completion of installation to reduce safety hazards.

CAUTION! This product contains a lithium-ion battery which is embedded in one of the components on the printed circuit board. The battery is not field-replaceable, and improperly installing the component could result in an explosion.