Instrument clearances
During instrument installation and maintenance, it is necessary to access the back of the instrument. If
the back of the instrument faces a wall, ensure that there is sufficient clearance on the bench to rotate
the instrument for access.
IMPORTANT!
For safety, the power outlet for the instrument must be accessible.
Component
Top
Front
Sides
Back
Instrument
30 cm (12 in.)
30 cm (12 in.)
15 cm (6 in.)
15 cm (6 in.)
Computer
[1]
—
15 cm (6 in.)
—
15 cm (6 in.)
[1]
Co-locating the computer with the instrument is optional.
Electrical requirements
WARNING!
For safety, the power outlet used for powering the instrument must be accessible at all
times. See “Instrument clearances”
for information about the space needed between the
wall and the instrument. In case of emergency, you must be able to immediately disconnect the main
power supply to all the equipment. Allow adequate space between the wall and the equipment so
that the power cords can be disconnected in case of emergency.
• Electric receptacle with grounding capability
• Maximum power dissipation: ~960 W (not including computer and monitor)
• Mains AC line voltage tolerances must be up to ±10 percent of nominal voltage
Device
Rated voltage
Circuit
required
Rated
frequency
Rated power
Instrument
100–240 ±10% VAC
[1]
10 A
50/60 Hz
750 W
Computer (laptop)
100–240 ±10% VAC
10 A
50/60 Hz
90 VA
Computer (desktop)
100–240 ±10% VAC
10 A
50/60 Hz
125 VA
Monitor
65 VA
[1]
If the supplied power fluctuates beyond the rated voltage, a power line regulator may be required. High or low voltages can adversely
affect the electronic components of the instrument.
Appendix C
Instrument specification and layout
Electrical requirements
C
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