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Pyxis User Manual V3.2 with accessories
Fig. 2 - Earth Rod
2.4 Connecting Pyxis
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A protective earth must be connected to the earth
connection point on the unit’s front panel in compliance
with applicable local standards and regulations.
This can be done either by connecting to a suitable existing
electrical earth, or by using an earth rod available from the
manufacturer.
The minimum gauge of earth cable to be used is 2.5mm²
An earth rod is available from the manufacturer as an
accessory.
2.4.1
Earth attachment: Installing the Earth rod
1.
The Earth Point of Pyxis is located on the front panel
“Fig. 1 - Control
Panel” on page 9
.
2.
Find a suitable place to drive the earth rod
“Fig. 2 - Earth Rod”
into the
ground. The earth rod should be driven down at least half way into the
ground using a mallet and placed as near to the unit as possible.
3.
Check the earth cable is securely connected to the rod.
4.
Undo the wing nut from the unit’s earth bolt and remove one of the
washers.
5.
Slide the ring terminal at the end of the earth cable onto the earth bolt.
6.
Replace the washer and securely tighten the nut.
