Installation & Setup
Installation & Setup
Site Recommendations
When placing the enclosure, follow the recommendations and precautions in this chapter to reduce potential installation and operation hazards.
Environment
Choose a clean, dust free, (preferably)
Avoid areas with direct sunlight, heat sources, or high levels of EMI (Electromagnetic Interference).
To make control panel operations easier, mount the enclosure with the control panel in the rack at eye level.
Chassis Accessibility
Make sure the front and rear panels of the enclosure are accessible, so that you can monitor the LED indicators. Leaving adequate clearance at the rear will also allow for easier cabling and service.
Power
The source’s electrical outlet should be installed near the router, easily accessible, and properly grounded. Power should come from a building branch circuit. We recommend using a dedicated line for the system’s power. Use a minimum breaker current rating of 15 A for 110 V or 30 A for 230 V. To avoid an overload, note the power consumption rating of all the equipment connected to the circuit breaker before applying power.
General Hazard Precautions
These recommendations address potential hazards that are common to all installations:
Elevated Operating Temperature
The maximum rated ambient temperature for Precis SD enclosures is 110° F (43° C).
All equipment should be installed in an environment compatible with the manufacturer’s maximum rated ambient temperature. In a closed or
Caution: To protect the equipment from overheating, do not operate in an area that exceeds 110°F (43° C) and follow the clearance recommendation below for adequate airflow.
Airflow Restriction
Precis SD enclosures are designed to adequately dissipate the heat they produce under normal operating conditions; however, this design is defeated when high heat producing equipment is placed directly above or below an enclosure.
Caution: To prevent overheating, avoid placing high heat producing equipment directly above or below the enclosure. The system requires a minimum of one empty rack unit above and below (three empty rack units are recommended).
Mechanical (Rack) Loading
When installing equipment in a rack, distribute the weight to avoid uneven mechanical loading.
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