American Power Conversion MXA002 Power Supply User Manual


 
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3.0 Installation
Table 3.2.1
Cable Size Strip Length
UPS Model Minimum Maximum Input cable Output cable
3000VA
2.5 mm2
12 AW G
10.0 mm2
8 AWG
12 mm
1/2"
9 mm
3/8"
5000VA
6.0 mm2
10 AW G
10.0 mm2
8 AWG
Cable clamps
The UPS is not furnished with cable clamps for strain relief. Use only approved ½" (output
only), ¾" or 1" fittings.
3.2.2 Required tools
Electrician's pliers
Hammer
Nail set or punch
Flat blade screwdriver
Phillips screwdriver (No. 2)
3/8" Wrench
Wire cutters
3.3 Input wiring procedure
3.3.1 Switch off (0) the UPS's input circuit breaker and unplug the input cord (where
applicable).
Caution: Switching the input circuit breaker to off (0) does not remove power to all
of the Isolation Unit. Power to the UPS must be disconnected at the source.
3.3.2 Determine the size of the electrical cable clamp fittings to be used, either ¾" or 1", and
remove the appropriate knock-out on the supplied input cable plate.