0 electrical installation, Wire gauge, Power cord – ETS-Lindgren 2171B Boresight Antenna Tower User Manual

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Electrical Installation

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4.0 Electrical Installation

Before installing any components, follow the safety information

in the ETS-Lindgren Product Information Bulletin included with

your shipment.

Electrical installation must be performed by a qualified

electrician, and in accordance with local and national electrical

standards.

Make sure the power is off and secured before proceeding.

Wire Gauge

Whenever possible the motor should be powered from a separate branch circuit

of adequate capacity to keep voltage drop to a minimum during startup and

running. For longer runs, increase the wire size in accordance with the following

wire selection guide.

Never use smaller than 14 AWG for any installation.

Length of Wire
@ 220 V:

0-15.24 m
(0-50 ft)

15.24-30.48 m
(50-100 ft)

30.48-60.96 m
(100-200 ft)

Wire Gauge
Required:

14 AWG

14 AWG

14 AWG

Power Cord

The motor base is provided with an input AC power cord that is approximately

2.45 m (8 ft) long. This power cord is suitable for portable or indoor applications

without modification.

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