FB3000 RTU Instruction Manual
D301851X012
November 2023
Installation 23
2.8 Connecting Power
Power comes from an external power source. The device supports both 12V and 24V
power supplies. It accepts DC voltage from 10.5 to 30V; the amount of power required
varies depending upon the options used.
Note
The 8-slot chassis supports one or two power modules; the 4-slot chassis supports a single
power module.
The RTU does not include an internal charger or other infrastructure to support a battery
or battery/solar power combination. If you choose to use a solar panel, you must provide
your own external charging mechanisms and connect to the external power terminals.
2.8.1 Connecting External Power
EXPLOSION HAZARD - MAY CAUSE DEATH
Ensure the area in which you perform this operation is non-hazardous. Performing this
operation in a hazardous area could result in an explosion.
Figure 2-16. External Power Connections (8-Slot Left, 4-Slot Right)
The device supports both 12V and 24V power supplies. It accepts DC voltage from 10.5 to
30V; the amount of power required varies depending upon the options used. See Section
2.8.2 Power Planning for more information.
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