Alpha Technologies UPE-8 - Manual (Page 16)

1. Pre-Installation
16 031-165-C0-001 Rev. A
1.4 Enclosure Grounding
NOTE: Alpha Technologies recommends using the grounding method illustrated below. The
grounding method for a particular site will be dependant upon soil type, available space,
local codes, NEC (National Electric Code), and other site-specific characteristics.
It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure the requirements of all applicable
national and local codes are met. Alpha Technologies assumes no responsibility or
liability for failure of the installer to comply with the requirements of all applicable
local and national codes.
Service Grounding (minimum required)
#6 bare copper wire from Service Neutral / Ground Bar with 2 ground rods
located 6' apart.
Lightning Protection (optional)
1/2" x 8' copper ground rod, four places, driven about 2 feet (typical) from the corners
of the pad.
#6 bare copper wire loop terminated to each ground rod and buried below grade 2 to 12
inches. Corrosion-proof connections (25+ year life-span) and hardware suitable for
direct burial MUST be used
#6 bare copper wire from loop to the enclosure
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Fig. 1-4 Enclosure Grounding
Enclosure Footprint
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#2 AWG
#6 AWG
Connection made with Burndy connector
(P/N YGHR58C2W-3 or equivalent)
Connection made with Burndy connector
(P/N YGHP58C2W-2TN or equivalent)
Two (2) 8' Ground rods placed a
minimum of 6' apart
Terminate at enclosure ground
Terminate at service
entrance ground
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