User Manual ā Rev AV    AMETEK Programmable Power 
MX Series    41 
3.3 Mechanical Installation 
The MX's are completely self-contained power sources.  They are to be used free standing on a 
solid surface.  The units are fan cooled, drawing air in from the front and exhausting at the rear.  
The front and back of each unit must be kept clear of obstruction and a 6ā clearance must be 
maintained to the rear.  Special consideration of overall airflow characteristics and the resultant 
internal heat rise must be considered at all times to avoid self heating and over temperature 
problems. 
3.4  AC Input Connections and Wiring 
Three-phase Delta or Y AC input voltage of sufficient amperage (consult AC input specifications 
for maximum AC current per phase) is required to power the MX Series.   
Note:  AC power should be routed through a properly sized and rated three-phase 
PROTECTIVE CIRCUIT BREAKER or similar branch circuit protection device with 
disconnect capability.  This will protect building wiring and other circuits from 
possible damage or shutdown in case of a system problem.  It will also facilitate 
removing AC input power to the MX system in case of service or reconfiguration 
requirements. 
 
Note:  AC input wiring and connections must conform to local electrical safety codes 
that apply. Always consult a qualified electrician prior to installation of any MX 
System. 
AC input connections are to be made directly to the input fuse block.  The input fuse block is 
located on the lower left hand corner of the front of the MX chassis.  To access the input fuse 
connection block, the protective front cover needs to be removed first. 
  CAUTION:  Always disconnect any input power completely when removing 
any protective cover and allow the internal capacitors to fully discharge 
(minimum of 15 mins) before removing any cover.) See Figure 3-2 for details. 
No wiring for AC input connections is provided with the MX Series and must be provided by the 
end user or installer. Input wiring should be entered through the right hand side (when facing the 
back of the MX cabinet, see Figure 3-4) wire access opening located at the rear bottom of the 
MX chassis. A wire channel (marked as [2] in figure below) is provided below the input 
transformer to allow the input wiring to be routed to the front of the unit where the connections 
are to be made. 
  WARNING:  The power source's input connection wiring gage (size) 
must be sized for the maximum input current rating to ensure user safety and 
avoid possible power source damage, regardless of the actual output load.