Alpha Technologies AMP24 HP - Manual (Page 35)

33 Doc. #: 0260011-J0 Rev B
4. System Pre-Installation
4.1 Site Selection
The power system must be mounted in a clean and dry environment.
Consider both the floor loading and the physical space required for the AMPS24 HP power system
and the batteries.
4.1.1 Floor Plan Layout
Sufficient free space must be provided at the front and rear of the power system to meet the cooling
requirements of the power system and to allow easy access to the power system components.
Consider the following before selecting a location for the AMPS24 HP power system
• Structure of building able to support the additional weight
• Enough space to meet requirements for access
• Enough space to meet cooling requirements
• Adequate space to do the install
• Route that equipment will take through the building to reach the site
• Check and record distances to load
• Check and record distances to AC power source
• Check and record distances to batteries/DC power source
• Understand the full load on the DC system
• Window for working hours and other similar restrictions
• How much and what kind of prep work can be done in advance
x Reinforce floors
x Install distribution panels
x Install cable racks
x Run wiring
x Minimize cable lengths (cost)
x Minimize cable flow and congestion
4.2 Recommended Installation Layout
• Minimum clearance front and back for installation and maintenance is 3ft (1m
• Minimum clearance front and back for for air flow is 1 foot
• Sides, top, bottom: no clearance required
Mount the AMPS24 HP system in 19" or 23" rack that is securely bolted to the floor.