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MiniMax Power Supply Installation and Operation Manual 60V/9A and 60V/15A Output Models Effective: November, 2003 ® Alpha Technologies...
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WARRANTY NOTICE Alpha Technologies, Inc., provides a LIMITED WARRANTY covering the performance of all Alpha’s CATV and Broadband products. The terms and conditions of the LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT are contained in a separate written LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT.
WARNINGS & CAUTIONS A “Warning” identifies conditions and actions that pose a hazard to the user. A “Caution” identifies conditions and actions that may damage the power supply or associated equipment. WARNING This power supply and its associated hardware (enclosure, cabling) may contain equipment(s), or parts which have accessible hazardous voltage or currents.
For assistance regarding personnel training, specific problems, or questions relating to applications, please call Alpha Technologies. The information contained in this manual is restricted to customers of Alpha Technologies, and use by unauthorized personnel is strictly prohibited. Prior knowledge of good CATV system construction practice and a good working knowledge of electrical safety practices are minimum qualifications for installation and operation.
Pole Mounting (Models PSF-MXP-*** and PCS-MXP-***) A bucket truck or other suitable equipment such as spikes and safety harnesses, should be used during installation or service of pole-mounted cabinets. To mount the MiniMax power supply to a utility pole, perform the following steps:...
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3. Installation Pole Mounting (Models PSF-MXP-*** and PCS-MXP-***) , continued Remove all equipment, hardware, and options from the cabinet and store in a secure location for future use. Remove the U-shaped mounting bracket from the cabinet rear panel. Use the bracket as a template to mark mounting holes at the desired mounting location.
Anchor the form securely to the ground. NOTE It is recommended that the cement pad dimensions extend beyond the ground skirt by 3" in front, and 3-5" in the back. 7.00" 1.50" 4.00" 7.50" 3.75" Fig. 3-3 MiniMax Concrete Pad Dimensions 164201241-001 Rev. C0...
10. Attach the power supply to the concrete pad with customer-supplied 5/8" nuts through the ground mounting brackets. Tighten all hardware securely. 11. Continue to “Electrical Connections” Rear Cover Mounting Brackets Concrete Pad Fig. 3-4 Attaching the MiniMax Cabinet to the Pad 164201241-001 Rev. C0...
3. Installation Electrical Connections for Pole and Ground Mounts WARNING Verify the utility disconnect is off and that no conductors are energized before proceeding. Open the housing cover and place a screwdriver blade in the small notch at the top of the housing to hold the cover in place.
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3. Installation Electrical Connections for Pole and Ground Mounts, continued 1.25” Brass Seizure Screw 8. Screw the cable connector into the output port (large hex nut fitting) located on the baseplate of the APC2. Make sure that the center pin extends far enough into the fitting so that the seizure assembly can be secured.
AC power source and the cabinet mounting point. Wire to power line in accordance with local codes. Power to the MiniMax is supplied with a round service cable such as UL type SJT- 16/14-3 (3 x 1mm²) conductor (max. dia. 11.5mm/0.47") from the service disconnects to the inside of the unit.
3. Installation Wall Mounting and Electrical Connection ( Models PSF-W00-D**, PSF-W00-D09, and PSF-W00-D15), continued Connect the electrical service to the to terminal block located inside the unit, as shown in figure 3-7. 60 VAC Out Fig. 3-7 Terminal Block Connections Connect the CATV coax cable to the type G2 connector on bottom of the enclosure.
If operating from an alternative AC power source such as a generator, the generator must have a high-quality regulated output consistent with a minimum power rating that is 50% higher (measured in Watts) than the MiniMax power rating. 5. Maintenance Once the initial installation and testing are complete, operation is automatic.
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