W7 ASD Installation and Operation Manual 5
Installation PrecautionsLocation and Ambient Requirements
• The Toshiba ASD is intended for permanent installations only.
• Installation should conform to the 2005 National Electrical Code — Article 110 (Requirements
For Electrical Installations), all regulations of the Occupational Safety and Health
Administration, and any other applicable national, regional, or industry codes and standards.
• Select a mounting location that is easily accessible, has adequate personnel working space, and
adequate illumination for adjustment, inspection, and maintenance of the equipment (refer to 2005
NEC Article 110-13).
• A noncombustible insulating floor or mat should be provided in the area immediately surrounding
the electrical system.
•Do Not mount the ASD in a location that would produce catastrophic results if it were to fall from
its mounting location (equipment damage or injury).
•Do Not mount the ASD in a location that would allow it to be exposed to flammable chemicals or
gasses, water, solvents, or other fluids.
• Avoid installation in areas where vibration, heat, humidity, dust, fibers, metal particles, explosive/
corrosive mists or gases, or sources of electrical noise are present.
• The installation location shall not be exposed to direct su nlight.
• Allow proper clearance spaces for installation. Do not obstruct the ventilation openings. Refer to
the section titled Installation and Connections on pg. 13 for further information on ventilation
requirements.
• The ambient operating temperature range of the W7 ASD is 14 to 104° F (- 10 to 40° C).
• See the section titled Installati on and Conne ctio ns o n pg. 13 for a ddi tional info rmation on i nsta lling
the drive.
Mounting Requirements
• Only Qualified Personnel should install this equipment.
• Install the unit in a secure and upright position in a well-ventilated area.
• A noncombustible insulating floor or mat should be provided in the area immediately surrounding
the electrical system at the place where maintenance operation s are to be performed.
• As a minimum, the installation of the equipment should conform to the 2005 NEC Article 110
Requirements For Electrical Installations, OS HA, as we ll as any o ther a ppli cable nati ona l, reg ional,
or industry codes and standards.
• Installation practices should conform to the latest revision of NFPA 70E Electrical Safety
Requirements for Employee Workplaces.
• It is the responsibility of the person installing the ASD or the electrical maintenance personnel to
ensure that the unit is installed into an enclosure that will protec t personnel against electric shock.