T H E C O N T I N U O U S P O W E R C O M P A N Y
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Section 3
INSTALLATION AND OPERATIONS
3.1 INSTALLATION
The UPS system is typically rack-mounted in standard traffic cabinets. When determining how to
position the UPS system inside your cabinet, the following requirements MUST be met.
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The installation site MUST maintain an ambient air temperature of less than 165
o
F (74
o
C).
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The air inlets, vents and fan MUST NOT be obstructed or blocked in any way. There MUST
BE clearance around each air-inlet and vent.
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The air should remain free from excessive dust and chemical fumes.
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Total power requirements to be drawn from the UPS must not exceed the rated power of the
UPS.
Please note these items when designing the UPS system’s mounting hardware:
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The front panel is designed to fit in a standard 19" rack. This panel fills a 5.25-inch slot.
3.2 PREPARATION
Installation of the SP Series Traffic UPS must be preceded by careful preparation. The following
steps are typical:
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Ensure that the Installation Requirements will be met. (See previous section).
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Read this manual thoroughly.
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Assemble wiring diagrams.