Kipp&Zonen 2AP Sun Tracker - Manual (Page 14)

INSTALLATION AND SETUP
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3.2 DATA AND POWER CABLE CONNECTIONS
All 2AP's have a temporary communication and permanent power cable installed at the factory. The
cables are routed through the side of the Azimuth shaft, see figure 3.4 a). An alternative cable
routing through the bottom flange of the 2AP is possible, figure 3.4 b). The Alternate Cable Routing
is advised for a 2AP mounted on a Height Extension Tube, it allows the power and communication
cables to go through the inside of the Stand.
a) b)
Figure 3.4: a) Standard Power and Communication Cable Routing.
b) Alternate Power and Communication Cable Routing.
Important: Power and communication cable
The 2AP is supplied with a 3 m power cable with a waterproof in-line connector type “Aqua-safe”.
The connector is in accordance with safety regulations for outdoor usage. The female plug must be
connected to an extension cable that has the proper cable diameter. The voltage drop over the
cable should not cause the supplied voltage to be out of specifications, see chapter 2. To connect
the female plug properly, it is recommended to read the “Aqua-safe” wiring & assembly instruction
that is attached to the cable assembly. The in-line connector provides two sealing caps that should
be fitted to either the male and female plug in case the in-line connector are left unmated in-situ.
This will maintain an ingress protection rating of IP68.
The present connector of the communication cable is not suitable for outdoor usage. It is
recommended to replace the cable by a new one of the proper length.
Note: Once the cable routing has been finalized, be sure to seal the unused threaded holes
(either in the bottom flange or in the azimuth spindle) with the threaded plastic plugs
supplied with the 2AP.