Installation Precautions
Location and Ambient Requirements
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The TIC Q9 Plus Bypass ASD/Q9 Plus Bypass Box is intended for permanent installations only.
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Installation shall conform to the National Electrical Code (NEC) — Article 110 (Requirements
for Electrical Installations), all regulations of the Occupational Safety and Health
Administration, and any other applicable national, regional, or industry codes and standards.
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Select a mounting location that is easily accessible, has adequate personnel working space, and
adequate illumination for adjustment, inspection, and maintenance of the equipment (refer to NEC
Article 110-13).
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DO NOT mount the Q9 Plus Bypass ASD/Q9 Plus Bypass Box in a location that would produce
catastrophic results if it were to become dislodged from its mounting location (equipment damage
or injury).
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DO NOT mount the Q9 Plus Bypass ASD/Q9 Plus Bypass Box in a location that would allow it
to be exposed to flammable chemicals or gases, water, solvents, explosive/corrosive mists or gases,
or other fluids.
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The ambient operating temperature range of the Q9 Plus Bypass ASD/Q9 Plus Bypass Box is 14°
to 104° F (-10° to 40° C).
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The installation location shall not be exposed to direct sunlight.
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Avoid installation in areas where vibration, heat, humidity, dust, fibers, metal particles, explosive/
corrosive mists or gases, or sources of electrical noise are present.
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Allow proper clearance spaces for installation. DO NOT obstruct the ventilation openings. Refer to
the section titled Installation and Connections of the Q9 Plus ASD Installation & Operation
Manual (D/N 68249) for further information on installation and ventilation requirements.
Mounting Requirements
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Only
Qualified Personnel
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Install the unit in a secure and upright position in a well-ventilated area.
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As a minimum, the installation of the equipment shall conform to the NEC — Article 110 (NEC),
OSHA, as well as any other applicable national, regional, or industry codes and standards.
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Installation practices shall conform to the latest revision of NFPA 70E Electrical Safety
Requirements for Employee Workplaces.
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It is the responsibility of the person installing the Q9 Plus Bypass ASD/Q9 Plus Bypass Box or
the electrical maintenance personnel to ensure that the unit is installed into an enclosure that will
protect personnel against electric shock.
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are to install this equipment.
Q9 Plus Bypass ASD/Bypass Box Installation and Operation Manual