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Prepare for Installation Chapter 2
Mounting Considerations
This section provides guidelines for mounting the drives.
Wall Mount Frames 1…7
For wall mount Frames 1…7, follow these guidelines:
• Mount the drive upright on a flat, vertical, and level surface.
• Verify that the drive is in full contact with the mounting surface as
depicted in Figure 11
.
Floor Mount Frames 8…10
For floor mount Frames 8…10, follow these guidelines:
• Install the drive upright on a flat and level surface.
• Verify that the drive cabinet is square, vertical, and stable.
• Verify that the filter and debris screens are installed.
All Mounting Styles and Frames
For all drives, follow these guidelines:
• Protect the cooling fan by avoiding dust or metallic particles.
• Do not expose to a corrosive atmosphere.
• Protect from moisture and direct sunlight (unless rated for outdoor use).
Environmental Specifications
Maximum surrounding air temperature
IP20, NEMA/UL Open Type
IP00, NEMA/UL Open Type
IP20, NEMA/UL Type 1 (with hood)
IP20, NEMA/UL Type 1 (with label)
IP20, NEMA/UL Type 1 (MCC cabinet)
IP54, NEMA 12 (MCC cabinet)
Flange mount
Front
IP20, NEMA/UL Open Type
IP00, NEMA/UL Open Type
Back/Heat sink
IP66, NEMA/UL Type 4X
Stand-alone/Wall mount
IP54, NEMA/UL Type 12
0…50 °C (32…122 °F)
0…50 °C (32…122 °F)
0…40 °C (32…104 °F)
0…40 °C (32…104 °F)
0…40 °C (32…104 °F)
0…40 °C (32…104 °F)
0…40 °C (32…104 °F)
0…50 °C (32…122 °F)
0…50 °C (32…122 °F)
0…40 °C (32…104 °F)
0…40 °C (32…104 °F)
0…40 °C (32…104 °F)
Wall mount Frames 1…5, all ratings
Wall mount Frames 6 and 7, 12…456 A ratings
Wall mount Frame 7, 477 A ratings
Wall mount Frames 1…5, all ratings
Wall mount Frames 6…7, all ratings
Floor mount Frames 8…10, all ratings
Floor mount Frames 8…10, all ratings
Wall mount Frames 2…5, all ratings
Wall mount Frames 6 and 7, 12…456 A ratings
Wall mount Frame 7, 477 A ratings
Wall mount Frames 2…7, all ratings
Wall mount Frames 2…7, all ratings
Storage temperature (all drives) -40…+70 °C (-40…+158 °F)
Atmosphere IMPORTANT: Do not install the drive in an area where the ambient
atmosphere contains volatile or corrosive gas, vapors, or dust. If the drive is
not going to be immediately installed, it must be stored in an area where it
is not exposed to a corrosive atmosphere.