Xantrex Technology XDC manual Basic Setup Procedure

Section 2. Installation

Overview

Section 2 provides recommendations and procedures for inspecting, installing, and testing the power supply. For more information about controls and connectors, refer to the front panel diagrams (Figure 1.1 to Figure 1.5) as well as the rear panel diagram (Figure 1.6) in Section 1.

Basic Setup Procedure

Table 2.1 provides a summary of the setup procedure and an overview of the subsections in this chapter. Use this table as a quick reference if you are familiar with the installation requirements for the power supply. If you require more information, each step in the table refers to a subsequent section which contains more details. Complete each step in the sequence given.

Table 2.1 Basic Setup Procedure

Step #	Description	Action	Reference
1	Inspection	Visually inspect the power supply.	“Inspection, Cleaning, and
			Packaging” on page 34
2	Installation	Install the power supply, ensuring	“Location, Mounting, and
		adequate ventilation.	Ventilation” on page 37
3	Input Power	Connect AC input power.	“AC Input Power” on page 40
4	Test	Perform functional tests for voltage	“Basic Checks or Self-Tests”
		mode operation, current mode	on page 45
		operation, and front panel controls.
5	Select Wires	Select wires that can tolerate the DC	“Load Wiring” on page 48
		current output.
6	Connect Load	Connect the load wires to the DC output.	“Load Connections” on page 50
7	Connect Remote	Connect remote sensing connectors on	“Remote Sensing” on page 56
	Sensing (if required)	power supply to load.

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