Power Requirements
Power Requirements
It is your responsibility to provide an acceptable source of power. You should
provide a dedicated power line with a circuit breaker capable of withstanding the
power ratings listed in the following sections.
120 V ac Power Requirements
For FOCUS GC systems installed in the US and other countries using 120 V ac
power, the minimum power requirements are as follows:
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230 V ac Power Requirements
For FOCUS GC systems installed in countries using 230 V ac power, the
minimum power requirements are as follows:
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Power Quality
The quality of power supplied to your FOCUS GC system must be stable and
within the specifications listed in this guide. The line voltage must be free of
fluctuation due to slow changes in the average voltage, surges, sags, transients,
and harmonics.
Site Preparation and Installation Manual
120 V ac +6, –10%
frequency of 50/60 Hz ± 2 Hz; 1600 VA
three duplex outlets (single-phase power) with a minimum power rating of
20 A at each duplex outlet
earth ground hard-wired to the main panel
230 V ac ± 10%
frequency of 50/60 Hz ± 2 Hz; 1600 VA
three duplex outlets, with a minimum power rating of 16 A at each duplex
outlet
earth ground hardwired to the main panel
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