Atec Simplex-Merlin - Manual

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Description
Simplex Merlin Load Banks are the
new standard for advanced design in
Portable Load Banks spanning the
capacity range of 100–400KW. The
Merlin is a dual voltage (240/480v), fi ne
load step resolution, fully instrumented
Portable Load Bank intended for
small-medium capacity shop or fi eld
use by engine generator dealers and
service shops for maintenance, testing
and performance proving of engine
generator sets, UPS and other power
systems in the 50–400KW range. The
Merlin is available in discrete model
sizes of 100KW, 150KW, 200KW,
250KW, 300KW, 350KW and 400KW.
The Merlin control panel includes
test instrumentation, load application
switches, operation indicator lights and
fan/control power switch. The Load
Bank includes rugged “Powr-Web”
load elements, load control contactors,
branch circuit fuse protection of the
load elements, high temperature power
wiring, cooling fan with circuit breaker,
control power fuses. The Load Bank
is protected against fan failure, high
intake air temperature, high exhaust air
temperature, and overvoltage. The unit
includes a 12’ connection cable set.
Merlin Load Banks are built on a formed
and welded steel chassis that is both
rugged and lightweight. For fl exible
portability, the Merlin includes casters,
lifting eyes and forklift channels. Airfl ow
through the unit is horizontal with
cooling provided by a cast aluminum
airfoil type shrouded propeller fan.
Features
• Exceptionally rugged, all welded,
formed steel chassis
• Hinge-open control section door
• Lifting eyes, forklift channels and
casters
• Moving handle
• “PowrWeb” Load Elements
• Branch circuit fuse protection
MERLIN
100KW - 400KW Load Bank
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