Rockwell Automation FD86N Drive Systems Enclosure Hardware - Manual (Page 16)

2-2 Installing the FD86N Enclosure
Publication S-3062 – November 1997
Site Planning When preparing the installation site for the enclosure, you must provide:
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Adequate space for the enclosure and associated equipment.
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Adequate support for the enclosure and associated equipment.
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Entry and exit provisions for the wiring.
Space Requirements
You must have enough clearance around the enclosure to provide
unrestricted ventilation and room to service the equipment. Recommended
clearance requirements are:
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Front: 36
″
(914.4 mm)
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Back: None
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Ends: 18
″
(457.2 mm)
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Top (including installed equipment, such as pull boxes): 12
″
(304.8 mm)
Adhere to the requirements of National Electrical Code Article 110-16 and
any local regulations or codes when determining appropriate clearances.
If your installation does not provide the minimum clearances listed above,
contact Rockwell Automation Drive Systems, especially if you plan to
mount control enclosures end-to-end or if the end will be against a wall.
Additional cooling might be required.
Forced-ventilated enclosures require space for unrestricted movement of
air at the inlet and exhaust openings. Non-ventilated enclosures require
space for convective cooling at the exposed surfaces. Where space is critical,
discuss the requirements with Rockwell Automation Drive Systems.
Support Requirements
Control enclosures must be firmly fastened to a rigid structure or
foundation. The structure must be able to support the weight of the
equipment and rigid enough to prevent excessive resonant vibration. Mating
surfaces must be smooth and even to avoid deformation or stress.
Entry and Exit Provisions for Wiring
See your Dimension Sheet for conduit entry and exit locations.