Field Service Unit Product Guide Version 5.0 September 2007 Silver Spring Networks 575 Broadway Street Redwood City, CA 94063 www.silverspringnet.com 650.298.4200 Phone 650.363.
Field Service Unit Product Guide, Version 5.0 September 2007 Copyright © 2007, Silver Spring Networks®, Inc. All rights reserved. Silver Spring Networks®, UtilityIQ®, UtilOS®, and PowerPoint® Network Interface Module are registered trademarks, and Metro Gateway™, Metro Relay™, Gas Interface Management Unit™, and Water Interface Management Unit™ are trademarks of Silver Spring Networks, Inc. kv2c and I-210 are trademarks of General Electric Company.
Field Service Unit This document contains an introduction to the Silver Spring Networks’ Field Service Unit, its FCC and government guidelines, and safety information related to its installation.
Introduction Introduction The Field Service Unit (FSU) contains the Network Interface Card (NIC) from Silver Spring Networks. It is a Internet Protocol two-way radio primarily to test the IP-based utility network. Figure 1. FSU FCC and Government Guidelines This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
FCC and Government Guidelines z Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. z Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. z Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. z Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2.
Safety Information Safety Information Severe shock and explosion hazard! Touching energized parts can result in massive equipment damage, and severe injury or death. Short-circuiting energized parts will result in blinding flash and explosion. Opening and closing electrical circuits can also produce dangerous and explosive arc flashes. Involuntary muscular reactions associated with electrical shock may result in other injuries. Observe the following safety guidelines.
Safety Information z American National Standards Institute (ANSI). Whenever possible, de-energize all circuits or equipment before working on them. z Maintain a minimum clearance of 10 ft. between line potential and all unqualified persons at all times. z Keep unauthorized people out of the work area. Be especially cautious of children, who tend to be drawn to work activity. z Determining if a circuit is OFF can be difficult in some instances.
Safety Information Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) z Always wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), in accordance with OSHA and ANSI standards. z Wear eye protection and electrically insulated gloves. Test gloves in accordance with ANSI standards before use. Do not use gloves that do not pass appropriate test procedures. z Wear protective clothing such as long sleeve shirts and long pants made of flame resistant materials. z Remove all jewelry.
Safety Information support in the event of sideways movement. For jobs of short duration, have a fellow worker support the ladder at the base. z Evaluate all tasks to be performed from a ladder for potential fall hazards, such as complex tasks or situations that require leaning from the side of the ladder. The use of scaffolding or a work platform should be considered as an alternative solution in such cases.
