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- Page 1 PowerGATE™ Switches & Panels PowerGATE ™ 400A - 800A Input / Output Panels User Manual A safe, convenient and reliable way to connect and access temporary power LM-PIP400...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Shipment: Unpacking and Inspection (Input / Output) to installation and operation. Product Features (Input / Output) Lex Products PowerGATE™ Panels must be installed in Installation (Input / Output) conjunction with a Transfer Switch. Installation Continued (Input) This manual is furnished exclusively to support installation Set-up (Input) and operation of the Lex Products PowerGATE Input / Output Panels. All concepts and ideas are the sole property of Lex Disconnecting Circuits (Input) Products and are not to be duplicated or utilized in any 8 - 9 Installation (Output) manner without written permission. Set-up (Output) 10 Disconnecting Circuits (Output) Lex Products PowerGATE™ Input Panels are Listed to UL 1008. 10 Product Feature Instructions (Input) Lex Products PowerGATE™ Output Panels are Listed to UL 891 11 Kirk Key Installation for Switchboards. -
Page 3: Prior To Installation (Input / Output)
– To prevent carbon monoxide poisoning from improperly ventilated generator emissions, the PowerGATE™ Panel must be mounted outdoors only. The mounting location is to be carefully selected to allow convenient connection to a generator or load bank, and located a suitable distance away Front view with mounting holes from any building openings or HVAC inlets. – P roper clearance must be allowed in front of the Shipment: Unpacking and Inspection PowerGATE™ Panel to allow for opening of access doors and attachment of externally connected cables. This distance should be no less than six (6) feet from the face of Note: Be careful in the use of sharp objects when cutting the panel. packaging as damage to the outer enclosure may result. – W hile padlock protection is provided, potential access by Perform a visual inspection to ensure the door and all latching unauthorized personnel and vandals should be taken into hardware are in functioning condition and that the panel consideration when locating this device. integrity is intact. Contact Lex Products: 800.643.4460 info@lexproducts.com... -
Page 4: Product Features (Input / Output)
Individual cable Low profile - Low profile entry holes restrict aluminum - Cables drape straight down access, reducing enclosure is only - Dead front panel prevents accidental contact with wiring cable theft 11 ½ inches deep chamber Contact Lex Products: 800.643.4460 info@lexproducts.com... -
Page 5: Installation (Input / Output)
Figure 6B Figure 6A 2. F astening onto an external wall using 3/8” fasteners must be completed prior to proceeding with any terminations (See Figure 1A / 1B for hole spacing) Step 2: Installing the Conduit NOTE: Conduit to enter through the top of the device (See Figure 5) Figure 5 Front view with hinged Front view with dead cover removed front panel removed Contact Lex Products: 800.643.4460 info@lexproducts.com... -
Page 6: Installation Continued (Input)
1. P ull the cables from the transfer switch to the PowerGATE™ Input Panel 2. B eginning with the ground, strip and install the cables in the appropriate compression terminals NOTE: The terminals can accommodate #2 to 600 MCM, Copper or aluminum wire Lex Products Part Number – LBL-PGIP-ROTATION 3. T ighten terminal screws to 375 lb-in torque each 4. I f metallic conduit is used, connect ground wire from Figure 8 ground bushing on conduit to the ground connection point in the upper right quadrant of the panel A. Ground conductor must be a minimum of #3 AWG... -
Page 7: Set-Up (Input)
3. C omplete the connection Generator Hot PowerGATE™ Input Panel Hot Proper connection (See Figure 9): A. G rasp connector jacket and firmly insert cam connector into cam plug B. P ush on cam connector jacket until connector fully seats Proper connection (See Figure 9): in cam plug A. G rasp connector jacket and firmly insert cam connector Figure 9 into cam plug B. P ush on cam connector jacket until connector fully seats in cam plug C. Rotate cam connector jacket clockwise until it stops 6. M ake sure all connections are correct and secure Contact Lex Products: 800.643.4460 info@lexproducts.com... -
Page 8: Disconnecting Circuits (Input)
1. T o limit risk of shock, disable generator automatic start to Step 12: Close chamber door, rotate handle and prevent unintended starting replace padlock. – Remove padlock and open chamber door – Order of disconnect 2. D isconnect the Phase (hot) connections, beginning with the furthest to the left Proper disconnection (See Figure 10): A. G rasp connector jacket firmly and rotate cam connector counter clockwise until it stops B. Firmly pull on connector until it separates from the plug C. Set aside Figure 10 Contact Lex Products: 800.643.4460 info@lexproducts.com... - Page 9 Step 10: Powering Up 7. R eplace dead front panel door and secure using four (4) 10- 32 x 1/2” Phillips-headed screws WARNING Power MUST BE supplied from a source wired to a Transfer Step 4: Conduct a safety test to ensure proper Switch installation 1. Start generator per manufacturer instructions Do not attempt to use the PowerGATE™ Output Panel 2. Start load bank per manufacturer instructions prior to installation and completing the Pre-Operation and Maintenance Checklist under Appendix A. 2. T oggle the transfer switch, diverting power from the generator to the load bank Contact Lex Products: 800.643.4460 info@lexproducts.com...
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Page 10: Disconnecting Circuits (Output)
5. D isconnect the Neutral (white) connection. – Return plate into position once cables are removed Proper disconnection (See Figure 10): A. G rasp connector jacket firmly and rotate cam connector counter clockwise until it stops B. Firmly pull on connector until it separates from the plug C. Set aside 6. D isconnect the Ground (green) connections. Proper disconnection (See Figure 10): A. G rasp connector jacket firmly and rotate cam connector counter clockwise until it stops B. Firmly pull on connector until it separates from the plug C. Set aside Step 12: Close chamber door and replace padlock. Contact Lex Products: 800.643.4460 info@lexproducts.com... -
Page 11: Kirk Key Installation
Installation Instructions – Install catch to bracket provided on the inside of the enclosure Note: Seeloc washers provided may vary in color from the ones shown above. – I nstall kirk key lock/housing to the inside of the door panel Apply provided (UL50/50E) sealant to the kirk key shoulder where it will meet and seal with the inside of the enclosure door. Form a complete circular ring around the shoulder in order to provide a 360 ° seal. - Ensure that the Kirk Key lock properly engages with the catch when the unit is closed. Contact Lex Products: 800.643.4460 info@lexproducts.com... -
Page 12: Limited Warranty
643-4460 or e-mail info@LexProducts.com. 4. R eview all safety labels and ensure that they are present and legible – S ee Appendix D for label nomenclature and location – Replace as needed 5. Inspect all portable cables – D o not use cables if they appear frayed – D o not use cable if connectors or plug do not seat properly – D o not use cables if any copper wiring is exposed 6. L ex Products technical services are available to assist in resolving issues. If you have any questions or need technical advice or suggestions regarding this product, please contact Lex Products at 203-363-3738 or e-mail support@ LexProducts.com. Contact Lex Products: 800.643.4460 info@lexproducts.com... -
Page 13: Parts Dimensions
PowerGATE™ Power Input / Output Panel Appendix B Parts Dimensions Figure 11 Appendix C Replacement Cable Plate Replacement Part Number: 20230-1-809-4 Replacement Part Number: 20230-1-809-5 Description: Cable Lock Plate, 4 Wire 400/800A PGIP Description: Cable Lock Plate, 5 Wire 400/800A PGIP Contact Lex Products: 800.643.4460 info@lexproducts.com... -
Page 14: Labels For Replacement
PowerGATE™ Power Input Panel Appendix D Labels for Replacement - Input Panel Contact Lex Products: 800.643.4460 info@lexproducts.com... - Page 15 PowerGATE™ Power Output Panel Appendix D Labels for Replacement - Output Panel Contact Lex Products: 800.643.4460 info@lexproducts.com...
- Page 16 Approximate Weight 68 lbs. Additional Cam options and enclosure materials available. Contact a Lex Products Sales Representative for more information. © Copyright Lex Products 2020 Lex Products Lex West www.lexproducts.com 15 Progress Drive 12701 Van Nuys Blvd. info@lexproducts.com Produced in the United States of America Shelton CT 06484 Pacoima, CA 91331 800.643.4460 All Rights Reserved. 203.363.3738 818.768.4474 203.363.3742 Fax 818.768.4040 Fax Lex Products logo and lexproducts.com are trademarks or registered trademarks of Lex Products in the United States, other countries, or both.