R FR 5018 Reference Manual. Rev 1.0
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Rack Installation
If you have an empty R FR 5018 rack frame we recommend you assemble the
connection plates and modules as well as any options such as the redundant power
supply and controller before mounting the Rack Frame into a 19” inch rack. (Please refer
to assembly section)
Location
The R FR 5018 Rack frame can be located anywhere with 19-inch rack space available.
The rack will take up 2 Rack Units (RU) of vertical rack space.
Ventilation
Depending on the installed modules we recommend not to stack more than three R FR
5018 rack frames, with no space in-between. Allowance has been made in the design
providing space between the racks for adequate air ventilation. Every third rack there
should be 1 RU space should be provided for additional airflow.
Mechanical Installation
The R FR 5018 is secured into a standard 19-inch rack using 4 standard rack screws.
Remove front cover panel for installation, which allows access to the rack ears. Rear
support of the rack using rack rails is recommended but not necessary.
Caution
The rack frame has to be installed in upright position as shown on the next
page
Electrical Installation
Electrical power is connected to the R FR 5018 chassis via the two IEC power
connectors located on the termination panel on the rear of the rack. There is no power
switch provided. Two separate and isolated power connections are available, one for the
primary power and one for the optional redundant power supply. Primary power is
connected to AC in 1
Caution
Please remove power before attempting to exchange a power fuse. Only
replace the fuse with a correctly rated replacement. For safety DO NOT
physically disconnect or isolate the rack from earth for any reason.
Caution
Service to be performed by qualified personnel only
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