LECTRO MiniMax, Installation And Operation Manual

Page 1: ...Alpha Technologies MiniMax Power Supply Installation and Operation Manual 60V 9A and 60V 15A Output Models Effective November 2003 ...

Page 2: ...Power Alpha Technologies Protecting The Power in Communications ...

Page 3: ... there are questions regarding the safe operation of this powering system please contact Alpha Technologies or your nearest Alpha representative Alpha denies responsibility for any damage or injury involving its enclosures power supplies generators batteries or other hardware when used for an unintended purpose installed or operated in an unapproved manner or improperly maintained WARRANTY NOTICE ...

Page 4: ...peration 17 4 1 Initial Turn Up 17 5 Maintenance 17 List of Figures Fig 1 1 60VAC 15A Pole Wall Mount MiniMax 6 Fig 1 2 60VAC 9A Pole Wall Mount MiniMax 6 Fig 1 3 60VAC 15A Ground Mount MiniMax 6 Fig 3 1 MiniMax Pole Mount Arrangement 9 Fig 3 2 Output Voltage Connector 9 Fig 3 3 MiniMax Concrete Pad Dimensions 11 Fig 3 4 Attaching the MiniMax Cabinet to the Pad 12 Fig 3 5 Receptacle Connections 13...

Page 5: ...nected between the utility power source and the power supply Subject to local codes the service disconnect switch must be an outdoor NEMA 3R enclosure rated 120 240V with a non interrupted termination The disconnect shall be a circuit breaker type provided with a dual 15A circuit breaker for the main and neutral input lines Due to the ferroresonant transformer the circuit breaker should be a high ...

Page 6: ...ed that you carefully read this manual prior to leaving your office to perform any work on the Broadband Ferro Power Supply Do not install damaged equipment Carefully inspect each package for evidence of damage during transit If items are damaged report any damage to the shipping company and the local Alpha sales or service office immediately After inspection by the shipping company and a written ...

Page 7: ...ms Quasi square wave 3 120 Vac 60Hz 15 20 9A maximum 5A 540VA max 60V 9A resistive 900VA max 60V 15A resistive 230 Vac 50Hz 220 Vac 60Hz 15 20 900VA maximum 60V 15A resistive 4 8A 15A maximum PSF MXP CXX PSF MXG CXX 220VAC 230VAC MODELS Outdoor Pole and Ground Mount Input Voltage Input Current 60V 15A Nominal Output Voltage Output Current Full Load Efficiency typical Output Power Operating Environ...

Page 8: ...170mm 6 7 16kg 35lb 230 Vac 50Hz 15 20 230 Vac 50Hz 15 20 900VA maximum 60V 15A resistive 540VA maximum 60V 9A resistive 3 0A 9A maximum PSF W00 D09 230VAC 50Hz CE MODELS Indoor Wall Mount Input Voltage Input Current 60V 15A Nominal Output Voltage Output Current Full Load Efficiency typical Output Power Operating Environment ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS PSF W00 D15 90 Temperature 40 C to 55 C 40 F to...

Page 9: ...local agreement between the cable operator and the utility company 1 Install an agency approved service disconnect switch with overcurrent protection between the AC power source and the cabinet mounting point Wire to power line in accordance with local codes The disconnect box should have a high magnetic type circuit breaker capable of passing short duration inrush currents and have a 15A minimum ...

Page 10: ...tions 6 Attach the mounting bracket to the pole using customer supplied hardware Tighten securely 7 Optional metal band mounting for metal cement poles insert the customer supplied metal bands or straps through the band slots on the mounting bracket Tighten the bands securely 8 Raise the cabinet and set into place on the bracket Attach the cabinet using the hardware removed in Step 2 Tighten the b...

Page 11: ...conduit to the power supply site and turn a stub up to extend above ground level Drive a suitable ground rod according to local codes Install appropriate size conduit for the output connections and turn a stub up to extend flush with the pad surface cast into the concrete Ensure the conduit locations correspond with the appropriate cabinet connections 4 Use 1 x 4 lumber to construct a form for the...

Page 12: ... the form Be sure the conduit stub ups for the AC input and the ground rod are positioned at the desired locations just outside the ground skirt Optional the conduit stub ups may pass through the cement pad 8 Pour level and finish the concrete to the bottom of the template Allow to cure for 24 hours 9 Attach the ground skirt to power supply cabinet Align skirt inside the bottom lip of the cabinet ...

Page 13: ...and install the receptacle and cover 5 Using the output wire harness green and yellow wires with power lock connectors a seizure clamp and O ring and cable adapter from the parts kit install the cable adapter and ground wire Insert the cable adapter from the outside of the cabinet into the paint masked hole along with the supplied cable feed guard bracket for ground mount installation Use the lock...

Page 14: ... that it is tight 10 Connect an unbroken 6 AWG soft drawn copper ground wire between the lug provided on the back of the cabinet and a ground rod for lightning protection Use a ground rod clamp of the proper type above or below grade 11 If this is a ground mount installation attach and secure the ground skirt front with the screws provided 12 Plug the power cord into the receptacle box 13 Install ...

Page 15: ...to the inside of the unit Allow enough length for an adequate service loop 3 If mounting to sheet rock or paneling find the wall studs for secure mounting 4 Mount to wall with appropriate hardware such as 6 M5 x 25mm wood screws 5 Route service mains cable in through the bottom of the unit via the black nylon fitting After cable is inserted to the proper position twist fitting knob in the clockwis...

Page 16: ...lation according to requirements When power is applied to mains and appropriate cable load is connected verify that output voltage across coax cable connector is 60V 3 6 Connect the electrical service to the to terminal block located inside the unit as shown in figure 3 7 3 4 Wall Mounting and Electrical Connection Models PSF W00 D PSF W00 D09 and PSF W00 D15 continued 60 VAC Out N C N L ...

Page 17: ...onsistent with a minimum power rating that is 50 higher measured in Watts than the MiniMax power rating Once the initial installation and testing are complete operation is automatic When the green indicator lamp is on the system is operating from the power line Proper operation and long system life can be best assured by a regular performance of the following maintenance steps 1 Before opening the...

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