2SAFETY
This chapter describes the safety instructions for you and the operators of the devices. Carefully
read this chapter before you start work with an access point.
General safety instructions
•Any person installing, programming, operating or servicing wienet access points must have read
and understood this user manual.
•The staff must be thoroughly familiar with all warnings, instructions and requirements contained
in this manual.
•The corresponding local safety, protective and installation requirements must be met.
The user is solely responsible for selecting the correct products and technical version in accordance
with the corresponding local regulations.
2.1 Qualified persons
The installation, configuration for operation, commissioning and servicing of wienet access points
may only be carried out by qualified persons.
Qualified persons:
•have appropriate technical training and
•have access to the assembly instructions and user manual for the wienet access points, which
have been read and understood.
2.2 Proper use
The wienet Access Point has a WLAN interface (IEEE 802.11 n/b/g) and one or three Ethernet-10/100
MBit/s connections, depending on the model, and can be operated in various modes. The device has
therefore been designed to connect wired Ethernet-10/100 MBit/s networks or devices with other
networks or network devices via WLAN.
Please observe the following instructions:
•Do not use the access point for any other purposes.
•The access point may only be used in accordance with current international and national regula-
tions, as well as in accordance with all special restrictions on the use of the access points in pre-
scribed applications and environments.
•Only use original accessories to prevent injuries as well as damage to the devices and to ensure
that all relevant regulations have been adhered to. Prohibited changes or the use of non-ap-
proved accessories may damage the access point and violate existing laws. Prohibited changes or
the use of non-approved accessories may void warranty claims.
•The access point may not be opened.
•The voltage at the feeder connection of the access point may not be exceeded (see Section 9 Tech-
nical data, page 77).
•Do not expose the access point to extreme environmental conditions. Protect the access point
against dust, humidity and high temperatures.
•It is recommended that you make a copy or backup of all major settings stored in the device
memory.
Any other application or change to the device –even during assembly and installation –will result in
the voiding of any warranty claims against Wieland Electric GmbH.
