American Power Conversion 400kW1MW installation manual Positioning and accessing the sidecar

Appendix C: Employing Sidecars

Positioning and accessing the sidecar

The sidecar is typically positioned alongside one of the separated racks it supports, and ideally should be positioned closest (of all units in the group) to the battery breakers.

Sidecars offer full front access to all of their internal components. The sidecar’s front door is secured by a key lock (keys are included). Open the front door by first releasing and then twisting the latch a quarter-turn to the left. The door can be removed completely by releasing its two hinge pins.

While the sidecar offers both top and bottom cable entry, TOP is recommended. A torx-head screwdriver is needed to remove the four (4) corner screws securing the top plate to the enclosure, or (if using bottom entry) the six (6) perimeter screws securing the bottom plate.

Hinge Pin

Hinge Assembly

Front Door

Latch

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