Installation Precautions
Location and Ambient Requirements
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The Toshiba ASD is intended for permanent installations only.
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Installation should conform to the 2005 National Electrical Code — Article 110 (NEC)
(Requirements For Electrical Installations), all regulations of the Occupational Safety and
Health Administration, and any other applicable national, regional, or industry codes and
standards.
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Select a mounting location that is easily accessible, has adequate personnel working space, and
adequate illumination for adjustment, inspection, and maintenance of the equipment (refer to 2005
NEC Article 110-13).
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A noncombustible insulating floor or mat should be provided in the area immediately surrounding
the electrical system.
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DO NOT mount the ASD in a location that would allow it to be exposed to flammable chemicals or
gases, water, solvents, or other fluids.
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Avoid installation in areas where vibration, heat, humidity, dust, fibers, steel particles, explosive/
corrosive mists or gases, or sources of electrical noise are present.
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The installation location shall not be exposed to direct sunlight.
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Allow proper clearance spaces for installation. Do not obstruct the ventilation openings. Refer to
Figures 1
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Except where otherwise specified, the ambient operating temperature range of the ASD is 14° to
122° F (-10° to 50° C).
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See
Tables 4
Mounting Requirements
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Only Qualified Personnel should install this equipment.
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Install the unit in a secure and upright position in a well-ventilated area.
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A noncombustible insulating floor or mat should be provided in the area immediately surrounding
the electrical system at the place where maintenance operations are to be performed.
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As a minimum, the installation of the equipment should conform to the NEC Article 110
Requirements For Electrical Installations, OSHA, as well as any other applicable national, regional,
or industry codes and standards.
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Installation practices should conform to the latest revision of NFPA 70E Electrical Safety
Requirements for Employee Workplaces.
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It is the responsibility of the person installing the ASD or the electrical maintenance personnel to
ensure that the unit is installed into an enclosure that will protect personnel against electric shock.
4
through
4
on
pg. 21
for further information on ventilation requirements.
and
5
on
pg. 19
for additional information on installing the drive.
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