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Chapter 3
Installation
This chapter provides information for on-site requirements, unpacking, inspection, and preparing the load for use.
Unpacking and Inspection
1.
Carefully inspect shipping container for signs of damage.
2.
Do one of the following:
If the shipping container is damaged, do not unpack the unit. Immediately notify the shipping carrier and
Bird Electronic Corporation.
If the shipping container is not damaged, unpack the unit. Save shipping materials for repackaging.
3.
Inspect unit for visual signs of damage.
Note:
If there is damage, immediately notify the shipping carrier and Bird Electronic Corporation.
Setup
Note:
Before first using the load, get a resistance baseline for future maintenance. Refer to
for details.
1.
Remove the shipping plug from the load. Refer to
for location of the plugs.
2.
Verify the o-ring seal is in place on the vent plug, then install in the load.
Mounting
Place the load in a dry, dust and vibration free environment. Do not use outdoors or in areas of condensing
humidity. For operation above 300 W, allow at least 6" (15 cm) of clearance on all sides of the load.
The load is equipped for either portable use or fixed installation. The mounting brackets on the front and rear faces
have four mounting slots arranged in a 5
1
8
” x 15” rectangle (130 x 381 mm). Use a screw with a
1
4
” (6.4 mm)
diameter max.
WARNING
The vent plug must be used at all times when the unit is operating or cooling. Failure to do
so could result in an explosion or severe burns.
CAUTION
This load is designed for operation in a horizontal position only, with the vent plug up. Do
not use in any other manner.
