American Power Conversion MX28B200 Battery Connections, Planning the Battery installation

Models: MX28B200

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WARNING: The MX28B DC power plant is supplied from a nominal 220VAC, 60 Hz source. Keep the AC input enclosure in place when the system is operational or energized.

3.4. Battery Connections

WARNING: Hazardous energy levels are present on bare conductors in the -48VDC distribution connection area of the plant. Accidental shorting of distribution conductors can cause arcing and high currents that can cause serious burns or other physical harm. It is recommended that:

Any jewelry, rings or watches be removed while working on this equipment.

Handles of all wrenches, screwdrivers, cutters and pliers be insulated.

Shafts of screwdrivers be wrapped in electrical tape or otherwise insulated

Planning the Battery installation

The battery cable(s) should be sized sufficiently large to limit the voltage drop from the MX28B DC power plant to the battery during charging per system design requirements. The cable(s) must also carry the full load current during battery operation. If assistance is required to determine the necessary cables for the application, contact your sales representative or APC.

An external fuse or circuit breaker (various options are available from APC) is required in the negative line (located at the battery end) to protect the cables from the battery to the MX28B DC power plant. The power plant can monitor auxiliary contacts from this breaker.

Connecting the Cables

WARNING: Make certain that the battery polarity is correct when making connections to the Model MX28B DC power plant. Incorrect connection could cause severe equipment damage.

The battery cable connections are located at the top rear of the unit as shown in Figure

3.4-1. The battery positive (return bus) and battery negative (-48V bus) buses each provide two sets of threaded 3/8”-16 holes on one-inch centers for connecting two-hole battery cable lugs. Connect the battery cables as applicable using 3/8-16 bolts (not provided) and tighten them with a torque wrench to 200 in-lbs (23 N-m).

MX28B200/400 –48 VDC User’s Manual (990-9133)

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American Power Conversion MX28B200 Battery Connections, Planning the Battery installation, Connecting the Cables