Introduction; Warnings And Safety Notes - BE QUIET! STRAIGHT POWER E9 Bedienungsanleitung

1. INTRODUCTION

We are pleased about your decision to use a be-quiet! power supply out of our Straight Power series in
your computer. In order to be able to answer your initial questions in advance, we have summarized the
advantages and specifics of the Straight Power series in this comprehensive manual.
The latest generation of the Straight Power series offers you many experiences and is a consequent
further development of the very successful pilot production.
Should you have any further question, please contact our customer service. See contact information
under item 10.
PC Systems are always becoming more and more capable and require more electricity as a result of
the high performance graphic cards and quicker processors, especially on the +12V cables. The power
supplies provided in the Straight Power CM series are an ideal supplement in reference to the reserve
capacities, even for the operation of PCI Express graphic cards in the SLI or Crossfire networks.
The power supplies featured in the Straight Power series have an extremely high rate of efficiency of up
to 93%, which makes it peerless on the market. For a permanent usage intensity of your computer, the
lower consumption of electricity can possibly be noticed in the next electricity bill.

2. WARNINGS AND SAFETY NOTES

Before conducting the start-up procedure, please carefully read and observe all of the
points in this instruction manual only then can a correct operation of the power supply be
ensured and as a result, you'll be able to enjoy this product for a long time.
Never open the cover of the power supply. The electronic components sheeted there create a high
voltage that is dangerous to humans. After the separation from the network, the construction parts are
often continue to harness a high voltage. As such, a power supply may only be opened by authorized
personnel.
Caution! Only use the supplied cable set. Using cables that were not included (e.g. cables of older
power supply unit series) may lead to defects!
In addition, the guarantee is deemed null and void once the power supply has been opened, thus
damaging the official guarantee seal. Never operate the device with wet or moist hands. Never place
items in the openings/fanner of the power supply.
Please observe that the start-up procedure is only intended for interior use. The exterior usage can
lead to heavy damages. Do not conduct any work on the power supply when it is connected to main
power. (In this situation, always place the power switch to „0" and if necessary, pull out the power plug).
Should there be a short circuit in the device, remove the power cable and do not bring the device
back into operation. Power supplies without a universal alternating current (AC) cannot be used in the
countries where, for example, there's a line voltage of 100V. The power supply can be destroyed if used
with an incorrect or false AC voltage portal.
This power supply is designed for a voltage range between 100 – 240V~ and thus, universally versatile.
Make sure that your PC is not situated directly next to a heater or another heat source because this can
cause a decrease in the lifespan of all components and therefor, lead to failures/casualties.
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