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Chapter 3 preparation for use, General, Unpacking and inspection – Bird Technologies 3171B020 User Manual

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Chapter 3

Preparation for Use

General

The series 3170B High-Speed Wattcher RF Monitoring System was designed for indoor use. This section contains
information on unpacking and inspection; and preparing the Wattcher Unit for use.

Unpacking and Inspection

1.

Carefully inspect shipping container for signs of damage. If damage is noticed, do not
unpack the unit. Immediately notify the shipping carrier and Bird Electronic Corpora-
tion.

2.

If container is not damaged, unpack the unit. Save shipping materials for repackaging.

3.

Inspect unit for visual signs of damage. Immediately notify the shipping carrier and
Bird Electronic Corporation of equipment damage.

Installation

Mounting

The Model 3170B Series High Speed Wattcher System is intended for rack panel mounting. The panels are designed to fit
ASA standard 19 inch size “C” racks.

The Models 3170B and 3170B400 are fully self-contained units with the RF line section mounted on the panel. The
Models 3171B and 3171B020, however, utilize remotely mounted line sections.

Note: For installation of Models 3170B and 3170B400 refer to Figure 3 on page 5. For installation of Mod-
els 3171B and 3171B020, refer to Figure 4 on page 6.

Models 3170B and 3170B400

Note: If the back of the unit is not accessible from the rear of the rack mount, any connections to the unit
must be made before the panel is secured in place.

1.

Connect the RF coaxial transmission line to the line section.

2.

Ensure the 115/230 line voltage switch is in the proper position for the voltage supplied.

Note: 3170B series Wattcher is shipped with a fuse and fuse drawer set for
115V operations. For 230V operations, see “Changing Fuse Drawer for 230V
Operation” on page 19.

3.

Connect the AC power cord from the Wattcher unit to an appropriate source.

Note: Make DC power connections if needed.

4.

Secure the panel to the rack with appropriate fasteners.

CAUTION

Be sure the 115/230 voltage selector switch on the rear panel is set to the proper line

voltage before AC power is applied.

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