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General
Guidelines - Electrical
:
Both low voltage (Class II) and high voltage (110v, Class I) are employed in each installation.
They should not be mixed within any conduit or enclosure unless properly partitioned apart. All
wiring should be conducted within suitable conduit and enclosures, and such should be oil proof
wherever oil is present. Wiring may be run inside or outside the machine, considering safety,
serviceability, appearance and convenience when deciding. In some cases, existing machine
wireways may be used (shared).
110 volt power for the IMPAX console should not be derived from the machine power, but
should be an isolated circuit known to be free of electrical interference, surges, and drops due to
motor loads.
The interconnection cables between the IMPAX console and the machine need not be encased in
conduit, but doing so may be desirable to enhance physical protection and appearance.
Termination and attachment of cables may be done by IMPAX service engineers at the time of
installation.
General Guidelines - Mechanical:
Because each machine and plant is different, mechanical attachment and arrangement of some
components may vary. Adaptation of these parts may require some ingenuity and fabrication. If
no reasonable solution to a problem can be found, the IMPAX installers can offer advice or
assistance. All work should be neat, solidly attached (shake proof), and should not interfere with
operation, maintenance, or repair practices.
Console Location:
The IMPAX console should be mounted near the machine it controls; ideally, visible from the
operating station. It is usually not advisable to attach it directly to a manufacturing machine, or
on any other place subject to sever vibration or heat. It may be hung from above, fastened to a
wall, pillar, shelf, or mounted on a pedestal. It should be convenient to reach, but not in a place
where it will obstruct traffic or be subject to damage. An isolated power line must be available
nearby.
Satellite Box location:
The small Satellite Box must be mounted on the manufacturing machine. It contains an
electronic board and serves as a junction point for all IMPAX wiring on the machine. Three
Status Lights may be mounted on this box, or in another place. The lights should be visible from
all directions. The IMPAX Reset Button is incorporated into the red light. On small machines,
the lights can be mounted on the box, in one location which meets all of these requirements.
Console to Satellite Box Cable:
A low-voltage, multi conductor cable must connect the Satellite Box to the IMPAX console.
This cable need not be encased in conduit.
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