CHAPTER 3
UNIT DESCRIPTION
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Cabinet Features
CABINET CONTROLS
Power ON / OFF
At the lower left side of the front of the unit. This is the main power
switch that enables operation. NOTE: The unit is always in STANDBY
mode when the Input Circuit Breaker is ON.
PLC Control Port
On the rear panel, DE-9 connector for external switchable selection and
control of three stored programs; typically switched by a PLC.
NOTE: DO NOT use this port for RS-232 or GPIB data and control.
RS-232 Serial Data and
Control Port
On the rear panel, DE-9 connector for RS-232 data and control. ( If
available, the RS-232 port was specified by the user at time of purchase.
Note, the unit supports either RS-232 or GPIB, but not both.)
GPIB Parallel Data and
Control Port
On the rear panel, 24-pin IEEE488/GPIB data and control. ( If available,
the GPIB port was specified by the user at time of purchase. Note, the
unit supports either GPIB or RS-232, but not both.)
Input Power Connection
The power input terminals are located at the lower right of the real panel.
Three-Phase terminals are labeled "N" neutral; “G” Chassis / Earth
Ground; and R, S, T for the power line phases (phases A, B, and C by
North American convention). Two-phase terminals are labeled "N"
neutral; "G" Chassis / Earth Ground; and "L" Line.
Input Pwr Circuit Breaker This is located just above the input power terminals
Output Power
Connection
The power output terminals are located at the lower left of the real panel.
The terminals are labeled "G Chassis / Earth Ground; "N" neutral; and
"L" Line.
Output Pwr Circuit Breaker
This is located just above the output power terminals.
CHASSIS DETAILS
Handles
Located at the upper front and rear of the unit. These are mounted to the
frame and may ONLY be used for moving the unit. In other words, the
handles must NOT be used for lifting.
Wheels
The front wheels swivel for steering. They may be locked to prevent
accidental movement. The rear wheels are fixed-direction only.
Fans and Vents
The unit draws air from front to back. Please keep the intake vents on
the front and the fan exhausts on the rear clear of obstructions.
Adequate cooling airflow is essential in maintaining proper operation.
