Tuba Installation Guide
MAN-TUBIG (Ver. 1.503)
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Chapter 3:
Installation
The Tuba must be installed in a suitable environment and properly connected to its voltage
supplies and the motor.
3.1.
Before You Begin
3.1.1.
Site Requirements
You can guarantee the safe operation of the Tuba by ensuring that it is installed in an
appropriate environment.
Feature
Value
Ambient operating temperature
0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
Maximum relative humidity
90% non-condensing
Operating area atmosphere
No flammable gases or vapors permitted in area
Models for extended environmental conditions are available.
Caution:
The Tuba dissipates its heat by forced ventilation (fan). The maximum operating
ambient temperature of 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) must not be exceeded.
3.1.2.
Hardware Requirements
3.1.2.1.
AC Input Requirements
Circuit Breakers &
Contacts
Three-Phase Supply
Voltage
Single-Phase Supply
Voltage
Circuit breaker current rating 150% to 200% of drive
current
200% to 300% of drive
current
Circuit breaker voltage rating 250 VAC / 480 VAC depending upon operating AC voltage
Contactor
Up to 150% of drive current
Up to 200% of drive current
3.1.2.2.
Recommended Wire Cross-Sections (All Models)
Feature
Connection
Details
AC input
AC1, AC2, AC3
4 to 5 mm
2
, 10 to 12 AWG
Motor
M1, M2, M3
4 to 5 mm
2
, 10 to 12 AWG
Protective earth
PE, PE
4 to 5 mm
2
, 10 to 12 AWG
Auxiliary power
24V +, –
0.5 to 1 mm
2
, 18 to 20 AWG