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Instruction Manual Rack Power Distribution Unit BR, SP, SVR, VRT, NSV and VSS Series Geist Manufacturing 1821 Yolande Ave., Lincoln, NE 68521 800.432.3219 | 402.474.3400 | F: 402.474.4369 | www.geistmfg.com...
Contents Contents..........................2 Specifications ........................3 Overview Environmental Electrical Receptacle Ratings EMC Verification Installation ........................5 Instructions Guidelines Mounting ...........................6 Optional Surge Suppression ....................14 Surge Protection Circuit Ratings Optional Local Monitoring ....................15 Power Meter Current Meter Service/Tech Support .....................16 Service and Maintenance More Technical Support Table of Figures ......................17 Revision History ......................18 Revision History ......................18...
125 V, while the BR and SP Series are available in horizontal configurations rated 125 V. All PDU Series covered by this instruction sheet can optionally be configured with a Geist Power Meter that provides local monitoring and display of Current, Voltage, Wattage, and Power Factor.
EMC Verification This Class A device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Installation Instructions 1. Using appropriate hardware, mount PDU to rack (see Mounting section for additional instructions. 2. Plug PDU into de-energized 15 or 20 Amp branch circuit receptacle 3. Connect devices into PDU’s output receptacles. It is recommended that the devices are turned off until all devices are connected to PDU 4.
Mounting Full Length Bracket Using the full length bracket, mount PDU to rack as shown Mini "L" Brackets (SLB-4) Using the mini “L” brackets, attach PDU to rack as shown GM1001.doc Revision Date: 7/1/2009...
Using the vertical extension brackets, attach PDU to rack as shown Toolless Mounting Hardware (11621) Secure toolless mounting buttons to PDU as shown. Use toolless buttons with key-holed slots built into cabinet or with optional Geist key-holed brackets. GM1001.doc Revision Date: 3/25/2009...
Toolless Full Length Bracket (TLFL) Using full length toolless bracket and toolless mounting buttons, attach PDU to rack as shown Single Side Mount 2 Unit Brackets (TSMX2) Using single side mount 2 unit brackets and toolless mounting buttons, attach PDU to rack as shown GM1001.doc Revision Date: 3/25/2009...
Offset/Side Mount Brackets (EZB-1) Using the offset/side mount brackets, attach PDU to rack as shown. 7" Extension Brackets (XB-7) Using the 7” extension brackets, attach PDU to rack as shown GM1001.doc Revision Date: 3/25/2009...
Flush Mount Brackets (FM) Using flush mount brackets, attach PDU to rack as shown Adjustable Mount Brackets (AM) Using adjustable mount brackets, attach PDU to rack as shown GM1001.doc Revision Date: 3/25/2009...
Panel Mount Brackets (PM) Using panel mount brackets, attach PDU to rack as shown 23" Conversion Mounting Brackets (23-RM) Using conversion mounting brackets, attach 19” PDU to 23” rack as shown GM1001.doc Revision Date: 3/25/2009...
Cable Mount Bracket (CMB-1) Attach cable mount bracket to PDU as shown; use tie-wraps to secure cords to bracket 19" Horizontal/Panel Mount Brackets (7938) Using the 19” horizontal/panel mount brackets, attach PDU to rack as shown GM1001.doc Revision Date: 3/25/2009...
Top and Bottom Mounting Clips (9083C & 9084C) Using the top and bottom mounting clips, attach the PDU to the rack as shown. Please note that mounting clips are only intended for use with NSV and VSS Series PDUs. GM1001.doc Revision Date: 3/25/2009...
Optional Surge Suppression The SP, SVR, and VSS Series PDUs include a surge suppression circuit that is designed to prevent voltage surges on the input power line from reaching devices powered by the PDU. The surge suppression circuit uses Metal Oxide Varistors (MOVs) connected between Line, Neutral, and Ground wires to prevent voltage surges from damaging...
Optional Local Monitoring Power Meter The Geist PM-1 power meter is a low-power, high accuracy meter capable of measuring true RMS Current, Voltage, Power, and Power Factor. These values are individually shown on an easy to read, 4-digit LED Display, which continuously scrolls through the four different measured values.
Service/Tech Support Service and Maintenance No service or maintenance is required. Do not attempt to open the PDU or you may void the warranty. No serviceable parts inside. It is recommended that power be removed from the unit before installing or removing any equipment. More Technical Support http://www.geistmfg.com (800) 432-3219...
Table of Figures Full Length Bracket...................................6 Mini "L" Brackets (SLB-4) ..............................6 Vertical Extension Brackets (VCB-1) ............................7 Toolless Mounting Hardware (11621)............................7 Toolless Full Length Bracket (TLFL)............................8 Single Side Mount 2 Unit Brackets (TSMX2) .........................8 Offset/Side Mount Brackets (EZB-1)............................9 7" Extension Brackets (XB-7)..............................9 Flush Mount Brackets (FM) ..............................10 Adjustable Mount Brackets (AM)............................10 Panel Mount Brackets (PM) ..............................11...