Alpha-technologies UPE-8 User Manual

Installation and Operation ManualUPE-4 and UPE-8Effective: September, 2002®

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1. Pre-Installation11 031-165-C0-001 Rev. A The site must be planned so that the enclosure will receive good air flow. Ifpossible, in areas of e

1. Pre-Installation12 031-165-C0-001 Rev. A1.2 Enclosure dimensionsFigure 1-1 UPE-4 Enclosure Dimensions15243235.410Front ViewBottom View

1. Pre-Installation13 031-165-C0-001 Rev. A1.2 Enclosure dimensions, continuedFigure 1-2 UPE-8 Enclosure Dimensions1015243247Front ViewBottom View

1. Pre-Installation14 031-165-C0-001 Rev. A1.3 Precast Enclosure Pedestal SupportAlpha’s precast pedestal support system provides a quick, one-step

1. Pre-Installation15 031-165-C0-001 Rev. A1.3 Precast Enclosure Pedestal Support, continuedFor detailed installation instructions, refer to the Manu

1. Pre-Installation16 031-165-C0-001 Rev. A1.4 Enclosure GroundingNOTE: Alpha Technologies recommends using the grounding method illustrated below.

2. Installation17 031-165-C0-001 Rev. A2.1 Enclosure ProtectionAlpha Technologies, Inc. cannot anticipate all of the ways a vehicle maypotentially

2. Installation18 031-165-C0-001 Rev. A2.2 Transportation and LiftingA safe means of transportation to the site and a safe procedure for unloading th

2. Installation19 031-165-C0-001 Rev. A2.3 Enclosure InstallationProcedure:NOTE: A 25+ year continuous vapor barrier must be usedbetween the enclos

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2. Installation20 031-165-C0-001 Rev. A2.4 Utility Power ConnectionCAUTION: The “Utility Power Connection” procedure must ONLY be performed by quali

2. Installation21 031-165-C0-001 Rev. A240VAC Service (XM Series 2 915-240 Power Supply; XM Series 2 922-48 for UPE-4 and UPE-8): Enclosures used wi

2. Installation22 031-165-C0-001 Rev. A2.4 Utility Power Connection, continuedStandard Meter / BBXEUSERC Meter BaseInternal Service EntranceTop Lid

2. Installation23 031-165-C0-001 Rev. AISE 120 VAC 15 AmpISE 120 VAC 20 AmpISE 240 VAC 15 AmpFigure 2-2 Typical ISE Receptacle Wiring2.4 Utility P

2. Installation24 031-165-C0-001 Rev. AONOFFNeutralLine 1GroundFrom UtilityTo EnclosureFigure 2-3 Typical Service Entrance Wiring240 VAC Service Ent

2. Installation25 031-165-C0-001 Rev. AFigure 2-4 Breaker-Quad-Option WiringGroundNeutralLineONOFFGroundNeutralLineONOFF2.4 Utility Power Connecti

2. Installation26 031-165-C0-001 Rev. AOFF20ONGroundLine 2Neutralline 1OFFONGroundNeutralline 12.4 Utility Power Connection, continued240 VAC Meter

2. Installation27 031-165-C0-001 Rev. ACoaxial Cable Connection1. DO NOT remove SPI cover until all sourcesof power have been removed. Verify SPI IS

2. Installation28 031-165-C0-001 Rev. ATools Needed:Phillips ScrewdriverProcedure:1. When using an XM Series 2 power supply, rails may be installed t

2. Installation29 031-165-C0-001 Rev. A2.6 Battery Installation2.6.1. Battery SafetyWARNING: Battery systems represent a risk of electrical shock a

UPE-4, UPE-8Enclosure Installation Manual031-165-C0-001, Rev AEffective Date: September, 2002Copyright© 2002Alpha Technologies, Inc.NOTE: Photographs

2. Installation30 031-165-C0-001 Rev. A2.6 Battery Installation, continuedBattery Post3/8" SpacerFuseFlat WasherLock WasherNutBattery Cable to

2. Installation31 031-165-C0-001 Rev. A2.6.4. Battery Connection2.6 Battery Installation, continuedTools Needed:Two 7/16” open end wrenchesDC Voltm

2. Installation32 031-165-C0-001 Rev. AUPE-4In-Line Fuse (optional)TEMP PROBEConnects to XM2RTS(Taped to Side ofBattery)Connects to XM2Power Su

2. Installation33 031-165-C0-001 Rev. AFig. 2-7 UPE-8 Battery Placement2.6 Battery Installation, continuedUPE-8In-Line fuses recomendedfor multi

2. Installation34 031-165-C0-001 Rev. A2.7 Battery Temperature SensorFig. 2-8 RTS PlacementTools Needed:Adhesive TapeProcedure:NOTE: For enclosures w

2. Installation35 031-165-C0-001 Rev. ALA - P PLUS120VAC 20A 50/60HzRATED AMBIENT 55 C MAXP/N 020-098-24REPLACE UNIT WHENLAMP BECOMES DIMOR IS OUTR

2. Installation36 031-165-C0-001 Rev. ALRI Lamp ACI Lamp SPI'LRI''Output 1'LRI OptionThe LRI lamp (red lamp) is located on the ou

2. Installation37 031-165-C0-001 Rev. A2.10 Enclosure Door Tamper Switch and Rain Deflector OptionsTamper SwitchThe Tamper Switch is located on the

Preface4 031-165-C0-001 Rev. AUPEOverview: The purpose of the UPE Series Enclosure InstallationManual is to provide a high-level overview of the syst

Due to continuing product improvements, Alpha reserves the right to change specifications without notice.Copyright © 2002 by Alpha Technologies, Inc.

Preface5 031-165-C0-001 Rev. AUPESeriesEnclosuresTable of ContentsSECTION ONE Pre-Installation1.1 Site considerations...

Preface6 031-165-C0-001 Rev. AMECHANICAL OR MOVING PARTS HAZARDThese symbols indicate the presence of a “mechanical or moving partshazard” in this a

Preface7 031-165-C0-001 Rev. ASafety Precautions• The system must be serviced only by qualified personnel.• Remove all rings, watches and other jewel

Preface8 031-165-C0-001 Rev. ABattery Safety NotesChemical HazardsAny gelled or liquid emissions from a Valve-Regulated Lead-Acid (VRLA) battery is

Preface9 031-165-C0-001 Rev. AImportant Installation NotesSave these instructions for future referenceThe system must be installed ONLY by qualified