# Precautions

To reduce the risk of injury or equipment damage, observe the following precautions when you install the Cognex product:

- Route cables and wires away from high-current wiring or high-voltage power sources to reduce the risk of damage or malfunction from the following causes: over-voltage, line noise, electrostatic discharge (ESD), power surges, or other irregularities in the power supply.
- Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for regulatory compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
- Ensure that the cable bend radius begins at least six inches from the connector. Cable shielding can be degraded or cables can be damaged or wear out faster if a service loop or bend radius is tighter than 10X the cable diameter.
- This device should be used in accordance with the instructions in this manual.
- All specifications are for reference purposes only and can change without notice.
- The safety of any system incorporating this product is the responsibility of the assembler of the system.
- This product is intended for industrial use in automated manufacturing or similar applications.
- This product does not contain user-serviceable parts. Do not make electrical or mechanical modifications to product components. Unauthorized modifications can void your warranty.