Alpha UPE-M User Manual

UPE-M Series

Metered Ground Mount Enclosures

Installation and Operation Manual

UPE-M3, UPE-M6, UPE-M8, 10KAIR and 65KAIR

Effective: November, 2004

Alpha T echnologies

Alpha T echnologies

Power

®

UPE-M Installation

031-145-C0-002, Rev . B

Effective Date: November, 2004

Copyright© 2004

Alpha Technologies, Inc.

A Member of the Alpha Group

Photographs contained in this manual are for illustrative purposes only . These photographs may not match your
installation.

Operator is cautioned to review the drawings and illustrations contained in this manual before proceeding. If there
are questions regarding the safe operation of this powering system, please contact Alpha Technologies or your
nearest Alpha representative.

Alpha shall not be held liable for any damage or injury involving its enclosures, power supplies, generators,
batteries, or other hardware if used or operated in any manner or subject to any condition not consistent with its
intended purpose, or is installed or operated in an unapproved manner , or improperly maintained.

Contacting Alpha Technologies: www.alpha.com

OR

For general product information and customer service (7 AM to 5 PM, Pacific Time), call

1-800-863-3930

For complete technical support, call

1-800-863-3364

7 AM to 5 PM, Pacific Time or 24/7 emergency support

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T able of Contents

Safety Notes ......................................................................................................................... 6

1.0 Pre-Installation............................................................................................................ 7

1.1 Introduction ...................................................................................................... 7

1.2 Inner Tray Layout............................................................................................ 11

2.0 Site Preparation ....................................................................................................... 12

2.1 Site Considerations....................................................................................... 12

2.2 Enclosure Pedestal Support .......................................................................... 13

2.3 Pad Fabrication............................................................................................. 14

2.4 Enc losure Groun ding ..................................................................................... 15

3.0 Installation ................................................................................................................ 16

3.1 Enclosure Installation ..................................................................................... 16

3.2 Utility Powering.............................................................................................. 17

3.3 Service Power Inserter................................................................................... 23

3.4 Battery Installation .......................................................................................... 24

3.5 Power Supply Installation ............................................................................... 27

3.6 Power Supply Connections............................................................................ 28

3.7 Lightning Arrester (LA-P+) Option .................................................................. 29

3.8 LRI Option ..................................................................................................... 29

3.9 Enclosure Cooling Fan (optional)................................................................... 30

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List of Figures

Fig. 1-1, UPE-M3 and UPE-M6 Meter Compartment ......................................................... 7

Fig. 1-2, UPE-M8 Meter Compartment .............................................................................. 7

Fig. 1-3, UPE-M8 Dimensions........................................................................................... 8

Fig. 1-4, UPE-M6 Dimensions........................................................................................... 9

Fig. 1-5, UPE-M3 Dimensions......................................................................................... 10

Fig. 1-6, Inner T rays ......................................................................................................... 11

Fig. 2-1, Pedestal Support (PS-1) Dimensions................................................................ 13

Fig. 2-2, Concrete Pad Dimensions................................................................................. 14

Fig. 2-3, En clo sur e Grounding ......................................................................................... 15

Fig. 3-1, Enclosure Mounting Holes ................................................................................. 16

Fig. 3-2, 65K-AIR Enclosure (Rear View)......................................................................... 1 8

Fig. 3-3, 10K-AIR Enclosure (Rear View)......................................................................... 1 8

Fig. 3-4, Meter Base Configurations ................................................................................ 19

Fig. 3-5, Meter Base Configurations ................................................................................ 20

Fig. 3-6, Fuse/Receptacle Configurations for 65K-AIR Enclosures................................... 21

Fig. 3-7, Fuse/Receptacle Configurations for S tandard Enclosures.................................. 22

Fig. 3-8, Removing SPI Cover ......................................................................................... 23

Fig. 3-9, Connecting Coax to SPI Output Port .................................................................. 23

Fig. 3-10, Battery T erminal Assembly ................................................................................. 24

Fig. 3-11, Battery Pack...................................................................................................... 26

Fig. 3-12, Battery and Output Power Connections.............................................................. 28

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Safety Notes

Review the drawings and illustrations contained in this manual before proceeding. If there are any questions
regarding the safe installation or operation of the system, contact Alpha Technologies or the nearest Alpha
representative. Save this document for future reference.

T o reduce the risk of injury or death, and to ensure the continued safe operation of this product, the following
symbols have been placed throughout this manual. Where these symbols appear, use extra care and attention.

HAZARDOUS CONDITION

The use of A TTENTION is for specific regulatory/code requirements that may af fect the placement of equipment
and installation procedures.

A NOTE provides additional information to help complete a specific task or procedure.

A CAUTION presents safety information to prevent damage to equipment.

A W ARNING presents safety information to PREVENT INJUR Y OR DEA TH to the technician/
user.

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1.0 Pre-Installation

1.1 Introduction

The Alpha UPE-M series of metered CA TV power supply enclosures are a secure, ruggedly designed,
water-resistant enclosure with separate raceways for utility power and CA TV wiring. The enclosure
is designed to meet code and safety standards specified by EUSERC and the NEC.

The utility meter compartment is isolated from the CA TV compartment. Utility access doors contain
padlock hasps with separate sealing screws. A small hole is provided in each screw and hasp to
accommodate a lead wire seal. The CA TV doors have flush-mounted key locks installed.

The utility meter compartment contains a hinged, lockable, Lexan window for meter reading. The
utility meter can be accessed by lifting the hinged door .

The standard UPE-M enclosure has a fault current interrupt rating of 10,000A. A 65,000A version is
also available.

There are three basic models in the UPE-M series, available in both 10KAIR and 65KAIR
configurations. The UPE-M3 and UPE-M6 models are designed for the XM2-615, XM2-915, and
XM2-1350 power supplies with 36V inverters. The UPE-M8 model is designed for the XM2-1350,
XM2-615, and XM2-922 power supplies with 48V inverters.

26.0"

23.0"

8.1"

Fig. 1-1, UPE-M3 and UPE-M6 Meter Compartment,

with Test Bypass Blocks

32.0"

29.0"

8.1"

Fig. 1-2, UPE-M8 Meter Compartment,

with Test Bypass Blocks

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1.0 Pre-Installation, continued

1.1 Introduction, continued

13.2"

13.6"

6.9"

50.0"

Meter Center line

43.5"

32.0"20.5"

Fig 1-3, UPE-M8 Dimensions

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1.0 Pre-Installation, continued

1.1 Introduction, continued

12.1"

15.08"

8.5"

Meter Center Line

57.38"

50.8"

19.7" 26.0"

Fig 1-4, UPE-M6 Dimensions

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1.0 Pre-Installation, continued

1.1 Introduction, continued

12.1"

15.08"

8.4"

45.0"

Meter Center Line

38.5"

19.7" 26.0"

Fig 1-5, UPE-M3 Dimensions

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