4 Q9 ASD Installation and Operation Manual
Installation Precautions
Location and Ambient Requirements
• The Toshiba ASD is intended for permanent installations only.
• Installation should conform to the 2008 National Electrical Code — Article 110 (NEC)
(Requirements For Electrical Installations), all regulations of the Occupational Safety and
Health Administration, and any other applicable national, regional, or industry codes and
standards.
• Select a mounting location that is easily accessible, has adequate personnel working space, and
adequate illumination for adjustment, inspection, and maintenance of the equipment (Refer to 2008
NEC Article 110-13).
• DO NOT mount the ASD in a location that would produce catastrophic results if it were to fall
from its mounting location (Equipment damage or injury to personnel).
• DO NOT mount the ASD in a location that would allow it to be exposed to flammable chemicals or
gases, water, solvents, or other fluids.
• Avoid installation in areas where vibration, heat, humidity, dust, fibers, metal particles, explosive/
corrosive mists or gases, or sources of electrical noise are present.
• The installation location shall not be exposed to direct sunlight.
• Allow proper clearance spaces for installation. DO NOT obstruct the ventilation openings. Refer to
the section titled Installation and Connections on pg. 12 for further information on ventilation
requirements.
• The ambient operating temperature range of the Q9 ASD is 14° to 104° F (-10° to 40° C).
Mounting Requirements
• Only Qualified Personnel should install this equipment.
• Install the unit in a secure and upright position in a well-ventilated area.
• As a minimum, the installation of the equipment should conform to the 2008 National Electrical
Code — Article 110 (NEC), OSHA, as well as any other applicable national, regional, or industry
codes and standards.
• Installation practices should conform to the latest revision of NFPA 70E Electrical Safety
Requirements for Employee Workplaces.
• It is the responsibility of the ASD installer/maintenance personnel to ensure that the unit is installed
into an enclosure that will protect personnel against electric shock.