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SE48-1616, SE48-2216 Outdoor Traffic Enclosure NOTE: Photographs contained in this manual are for illustrative purposes only. These photo- graphs may not match your installation. NOTE: Operator is cautioned to review the drawings and illustrations contained in this manual before proceeding. If there are questions regarding the safe operation of this powering system, contact Alpha Technologies or your nearest Alpha representative.
1. Safety SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS: This manual contains important safety instructions that must be followed during the installation, servicing, and maintenance of the product. Keep it in a safe place. Review the drawings and illustrations contained in this manual before proceeding. If there are any questions regarding the safe installation or operation of this product, contact Alpha Technologies or the nearest Alpha representative.
1.3 Electrical Safety WARNING! Hazardous voltages and/or energy levels can be present at the input of power systems. The DC output from rectifiers and batteries, though not dangerous in voltage, has a high short-circuit current capacity that may cause severe burns and electrical arcing. Before working with any live battery or power system, follow these precautions: a.
2. Introduction 2.1 Product Overview The SE48-1616 and SE48-2216 (hereafter referred to as SE48) is a 6 cubic foot NEMA 3R rated enclosure designed to protect in outdoor environments. Generator plug compartment door Generator plug Door handle (Stainless steel) Louvered Vents Figure 1 —...
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Lift to open shelf Press to close shelf Figure 3 — Slide-out Battery Shelf Detail 9400030-J0 Rev A...
4. Features 4.1 AC and DC Power Options The following power options are available with the SE48: • FXM 650 • FXM 1100/2000 4.2 Ordering Guide Refer to ordering guide for a complete list of part numbers for the different mounting options and accessories. 4.3 Related Documents FXM UPS Operator’s Manual (Doc# 017-230-B0) Universal Automatic Transfer Switch/Universal Generator Transfer Switch Installation Manual (Doc# 020-165-B0)
5. Site Evaluation and Pre-Installation 5.1 Site Selection Consider the following before selecting a mounting site: • Avoid areas that may be subjected to hot air exhaust from nearby equipment or buildings. • Find out if your intended area is subjected to architectural controls or environmental restrictions. •...
6. Inspection 6.1 Packing Materials Alpha is committed to providing products and services that meet our customers’ needs and expectations in a sus- tainable manner, while complying with all relevant regulatory requirements. As such Alpha strives to follow our quality and environmental objectives from product supply and development through to the packaging for our products.
8 RACK UNITS 2 RACK UNITS 5.00" DEEP WITH GEN PORT ONLY 44.27 7. Installation Only qualified personnel should install and connect the power components within the Alpha power system. 18.31 REF 7.1 Safety Precautions 25.51 Refer to the Safety section near the front of this manual. SHELF WITH 7.2 Mounting the SE48 RACK MOUNT RAIL...
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To install the strap kit: 1. Drill through the eight indent marks using a 9/32" drill bit. Drill holes through indent marks. Note: These are not knockouts. Do not attempt to punch them out. 2. Secure the two pole mount straps to the enclosure with the supplied carriage bolts, nuts and flat washers.
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3. Install the 3/8-16 x 1" cap screw loosely into the bottom pole mount strap. Do not tighten until after the enclosure has been seated onto the pole/wall mounting brackets. Mounting the Enclosure to a Wooden Pole Tools required: • Auger or drill for boring 3/4"...
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Tighten the cap screw at the lower pole mount strap to secure the enclosure to the pole mount bracket. Lower enclosure onto brackets Secure enclosure with 3/8-16 bolt provided Mounting the Enclosure to a Steel or Concrete Pole Tools required: •...
8. Wiring Only qualified personnel should install and connect the power components within the Alpha power system. For the battery installation, refer primarily to the manufacturer’s manual. The SE48 with Generator Plug compartment option, when ordered with UATS/UGTS Accessory Shelf, should have the generator transfer switch pre-wired.
9.2.1 On Battery Lamp (48 VDC) (optional on some models) This optional lamp turns on when the UPS is operating in the battery backup mode (inverter mode). Connect the lamp wiring to dry contact C8 on the Alpha FXM UPS as shown below. CAUTION! The dry contact C8 can only be used for Alpha specified accessories 9.2.2 Door Ajar Switch (optional on some models)
10. Maintenance Although very little maintenance is required with Alpha systems, routine checks and adjustments are recommended to ensure optimum system performance. Qualified service personnel should do the repairs. The following table lists a few maintenance procedures for this system. These procedures should be performed at least once a year.
11. Warranty Statement and Service Information 11.1 Technical Support In Canada and the USA, call toll free 1-888-462-7487. Customers outside Canada and the USA, call +1-604-436-5547. 11.2 Warranty Statement For full information details review Alpha's online Warranty Statement at www.alpha.ca/support. 11.3 Product Warranty Alpha warrants that for a period of two (2) years from the date of shipment its products shall be free from defects under normal authorized use consistent with the product specifications and Alpha’s instructions, the terms of the...
12. Acronyms and Definitions Alternating current ANSI American National Standards Institute American Wire Gauge British thermal unit Controller area network Canadian Electrical Code Canadian Standards Association Cordex™ series; e.g., CXC for Cordex System Controller Direct current DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol Electronic Industries Alliance Electromagnetic compatibility Electromagnetic interference...
13. Certification About CSA and UL CSA (Canadian Standards Association also known as CSA Group) was established in 1919 as an independent testing laboratory in Canada. CSA received its recognition as an NRTL (Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory) in 1992 from OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) in the United States of America (Docket No.
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