HP Performance Optimized Data Center (POD) 240a manual Grounding electrode

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The following is a list of component requirements for grounding and bonding:

Grounding of the HP POD 240e NA must comply with the requirements of Article 250 of the NEC, NFPA 70-2011 (NA/JPN), and with local and regional regulations (IEC for EMEA and AP).

Bonding of the piping systems and any exposed structural steel, installed to support the HP POD 240e NA, must be in accordance with NEC (NA) and with local and regional regulations (IEC for EMEA and APJ).

Grounding feature

Specification

 

 

Grounding electrode

The grounding electrode conductor connection bus pad is located on the outside of

conductor pad

the HP POD 240e NA on the cold aisle adjacent to the power cabinet.

 

The grounding pad must be connected to the grounding electrode system or

 

building steel in accordance with Article 250 of the NEC or equivalent regional

 

regulations.

 

 

Grounding lugs

Grounding lugs cannot be attached to any painted surface.

 

Grounding lugs must be compression-type 2-hole lugs and UL listed specifically for

 

grounding.

 

 

Ground rod system or

You must provide an effective grounding system with a ground rod or a ground well.

ground well

 

IMPORTANT: Before installing the HP POD 240e NA, consult your local AHJ for applicable regulations and to review site-specific location guidelines. If needed, obtain any necessary permits.

The grounding electrode conductor connections are located on IT sections A and B of the HP POD 240e NA. The following figure shows the location for both of the IT sections.

Side view shown

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