DK424 Installation
Site Requirements
Site Requirements
Input Power
The DK424 requires an input power source of 115VAC ± 10VAC, 50/60 Hz, 17.5 amps. The
system requires one or two AC outlets that must be dedicated to system use, fused, and grounded.
DK424 expansion cabinets installed at remote locations require their own 115VAC + 10VAC, 50/
60 Hz power sources. Each Remote Expansion Cabinet requires 2.5 amps. The system or remote
cabinet installation requires one or two AC outlets that must be dedicated to system use, fused, and
grounded.
See
"Power Supply Installation" on Page 5-8
battery installation instructions for local and remote cabinets.
CAUTION!
A reserve power source (two or four customer-supplied 12-volt batteries) may be connected to the
DK424 to serve as a backup in case of power failure.
Separate reserve power may be required for remote expansion cabinets.
Clearance and Location
The Base and optional Expansion Cabinets may be either floor or wall mounted.
the minimum clearance requirements. See
Distribution for Six Cabinets" on Page 5-36
Notes
Floor mounting requires the following additional hardware:
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Wall mounting may require a plywood (3/4 inch thick) backboard.
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When selecting a location for the cabinets, the location must be:
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The location must not be:
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Optional customer-supplied reserve batteries require a well-ventilated location close (within nine
feet) to the DK424 cabinets.
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To avoid accidental power turn-off, it is recommended that an On/Off wall
switch not be used on AC circuits dedicated for the use of DK424.
RFIF – floor mounting stands and brackets.
RCCB – electrical conduit box, if three or more cabinets are installed.
Dry and clean
Well-ventilated
Well-illuminated
Easily accessible
Subject to extreme heat or cold
Subject to corrosive fumes, dust, or other airborne contaminants
Subject to excessive vibration
Next to television, radio, office automation, or high frequency equipment
for complete AC power cabling, ground wiring and
"Wall Mounting" on Page 5-11
for details.
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