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American Power Conversion CTFLP Series manual

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    990-5519 02/2003 BroadBand CTFLP Series Uninterruptible Power Supply User’s Manual[...]

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    1 Chapter 1 General Information The CTFLP Se ries provides a n uninterru ptible powe r source for broadband cabl e operations. T he enclosure is designed for mounting on either a pol e or wall. Safety This Safety Guide contains important instructio ns that s hould be foll owed duri ng installa tion and maintenance of the APC equipment an d batterie[...]

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    2 Specifications Environmental Specifications Operating Temperature -40º F to 158º F (-4 0º C to 70º C) Humidity 5% to 95% n oncondensing w ithin enclosure Physical Specifi cations Characteristic Specification Height X Width X Dept h 11.4” X 8 .5” X 7.1” ( 29 cm X 22 cm X 18 cm ) Weight 36 lbs (16 kg) Electrical Specifications Input Chara[...]

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    3 Chapter 2 Installation and Maintenance Only trained service personnel should install and maintain th e Power Supply. Prior to installing the Power Supply utility li ne voltage must be routed to the enclosure. Local, state, federal and/ or National Elect ric Code (NEC) regulations regarding l ocation, perm its and electrical wiring must be adhered[...]

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    4 CTFLP Enclosure Installation Loosen (do not remove), t he four .25” (. 63 cm) nut s on the bracket assembly. Wall Mount Units: Select fasteners that will accommodate the wei ght of the unit including the power sup ply. Wiring 1. Attach conduit to th e 1/2 “ hole on the bottom of the unit an d wire the input line. INDEX ITEM DESCRIPTION 1 60/9[...]

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    5 2. Refer t o the diagram below for wiri ng detail s. • Connect the black and wh ite wires from the incoming utility line. • Route the power feed COAX to the bottom of the enclosure and a ttach t o the COAX cable adapter using a pin connector. • Attach the stinger lug to th e pin connector center pin. • Attach suitable so lid copper ground[...]

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    6 Installing the FLM Power Supply Ensure the CTFLP module circuit breaker is OFF. 1. Unlock and open the fron t enclosure door. To remove the fr ont door from the enclosure, squeeze the ed ges of the enclosure together. Th is will allow the pins at the top of the door to slip out of the side enclosure pa nels. 2. The top door of the enclos ure is h[...]

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    7 INDEX ITEM DESCRIPTION 1 Front Door Front door of FLP enclosure 2 Option Plug Provides an interface for standard APC power supply options 3 FLM Module Ferroresonant Module- provides output power , 60/90 VAC 4 FLM Circuit Breaker Provides power to FLM 5 Voltmeter (Option) Displays output voltage 6 Utility Auxiliary Plug Provides access to utility [...]

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    8 Chapter 3 Operation Initial Startup and Performance Verification 1. Switch the utility circuit breaker ON. 2. Verify that the FLM is switched ON. 3. Measure the voltage at the C oax connector ensuring that 60 VAC or 90VAC are present depending on the power s upply install ed. The green I ndicator lam p on the bott om of the uni t should be illumi[...]

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    9 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Power Supply Failure Problem Possible Cause Solution No input voltage detected at connector J1, pins 1 and 2. Replace the wiring harness Input volta ge present at co nnector J1, pins 1 and 2. Disconnect power from the supply No input voltage at the black and white wires input lines. Replac[...]

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    10 Routine Maintenance Proc edures • Visual Inspection • Check external surfaces, connectors, indicator s a nd wiring/cable assemblies for signs of dirt, wear, and dam age. • Cleaning • Brush dust f rom controls a nd receptacles usi ng a small paintbr ush. • Wipe surfaces with clean, dry cheesecloth. • Clean exterior surface with cl ean[...]

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    11 • Replace the quick disconnects on the indicator lam p socket. • Reconnect the utility wires and the sting er lug. • Close the front door of the enclosure. • Reinstall the F LM. Ensure the m odule is seated p roperly. R efer to Installing the FLM in this manual. • Switch the FLM and the utility circuit breakers ON. • Complete Perform[...]

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    12 Chapter 5 Service, Con tact and Warranty Information Service APC makes every effort to ensure parts and equipment arrive in working condition. Occasionally, it may be necessary to return parts or equi pment that are not i n working condition. If the UPS requires service do not return it to the dealer. Instead, follow t hese steps: 1. Contact APC[...]

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    13 Limited Warranty American Power Conversion (APC) warrants its products to be fr ee from defects in mater ials and workmanship for a period of two years from the date of purchase. Its obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing, at its own sole option, any such defective products. To obtain service under wa rr anty you mus[...]