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Installation
ASCO Model K875A Outdoor Load Bank
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C. Follow these steps to mount hoods on exhaust (top) of Load Bank.
1) Hoist hoods by installing two heavy rods (5/8" or 3/4" dia.) completely
through unit.
2) Make sure at least 6" projects beyond sides.
3) Then attach minimum 6' long four-chain/cable sling to rod ends.
4) Anchor hoisting device.
5) Verify device with attachments will safely hoist hoods.
6) Lift hoods and seat over full perimeter flange (curb) on roof (top) of Load
Bank.
7) Mounting can be directed toward front or rear of Load Bank.
8) Secure. Use 3/8-16 S/S fasteners provided. (Fasteners are shipped screwed
into hood mounting flange on top of unit.)
2. Check the mechanical integrity of all customer-supplied interconnection wiring:
A. Ensure lugs are properly crimped.
B. Ensure terminations are properly torqued.
C. Verify proper phase to phase clearance on main bus bars, load wiring, and
mounting hardware.
3.
Utilize system schematics to ohm out customer-supplied interconnection control wiring and
safety circuits:
A. If control wiring is all the same color, ohm out each individual wire to confirm
proper labeling and placement.
C A U T I O N
Control wiring must be a minimum of 14 AWG for wire runs
under 50 feet. Consult ASCO factory for wire sizing when
wire run exceeds 50 feet.
B. Confirm the correct wire gauge has been used for interconnection wiring. Control
wiring should be a minimum of 14 AWG for control panel to Load Bank lengths of
50 feet or less. For lengths of greater than 50 feet, consult the factory.