APC 3000 - Required Tools and Cable Clamp Fittings; Step-by-Step Input Hard Wiring Guide

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Cable Size Strip Length
Model Minimum Maximum Input Cable Output Cable
3000 VA
4 mm
2
12 AWG
10.0 mm
2
8 AWG
12 mm
1/2"
9 mm
3/8"
5000 VA
6.0 mm
2
10 AWG
10.0 mm
2
8 AWG
n Cable clamps
The UPS is not furnished with cable clamps for strain relief. Use only approved
0.75-in. (19-mm) or 1.0-in. (25-mm) fittings.
4.6.2 Required tools
 Electricians pliers
 Hammer
 Nail set or punch
 Flat blade screwdriver
 No. 2 Phillips screwdriver
4.7 Input hard wiring procedure
4.7.1 Switch off (O) the UPSs input circuit breaker.
4.7.2 Determine the size of the electrical cable clamp fittings to be used, either
0.75in. (19mm) or 1.0in. (25mm), and remove the appropriate knockout on the
supplied input cable plate (3000 VA model) or remove the attached mains lead and
strain relief at the rear of the Isolation Unit (5000 VA unit).
To remove a knockout, strike in the area shown with a nail set tool and hammer.
Grasp the edge of the knockout with pliers and twist until the knockout is separated
from the plate.
Caution: The edge of the knockout may be sharp!
4.0 Installation