
AC Power
For Business-Critical Continuity™
Liebert® MPH
™
User Manual–North American & European Applications

TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
1.0 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
1.1 General Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.1.1 North American Input / Output Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.1.2 European Input / Output Systems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.0 INSTALLATION IN KNURR RACK—VERTICAL, ZERO-U MOUNT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
2.1 Mounting Hardware and Tools Required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.2 Install a Liebert MPH in a Knurr Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.3 Reposition Input Power Cord. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3.0 INSTALLATION IN KNURR RACK—HORIZONTAL RACK-MOUNT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
3.1 Mounting Hardware and Tools Required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.2 Install a Liebert MPH in a Knurr Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.2.1 Attach Mounting Brackets to the Liebert MPH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.2.2 Attach the Liebert MPH to Rack Rails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
4.0 INSTALLING OPTIONAL ITEMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
4.1 RPC BDM—Basic Display Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
4.2 Install an Optional RPC BDM in the Rack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
4.2.1 Mounting Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
4.2.2 RPC BDM Installation on Knurr Miracel Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
4.3 Temperature/Humidity Sensor Installation—Optional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
5.0 USING THE LIEBERT MPH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
6.0 SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
6.1 Agency Approvals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
6.2 Product Warranty Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
FIGURES
Figure 1 Liebert MPH units—horizontal, 1U rack-mount and vertical, zero-U mount. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Figure 2 Attach brackets to the Liebert MPH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Figure 3 Inserting a spring nut into a T-slot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Figure 4 Attaching a Liebert MPH to a Knurr rack horizontal frame member . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Figure 5 Reposition input power cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Figure 6 Liebert MPH ready for installation in a rack—horizontal-mount . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Figure 7 Rack-mounting the Liebert MPH. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Figure 8 RPC BDM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Figure 9 RPC BDM installation in rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Figure 10 RPC BDM cable connection port on Liebert RPC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Figure 11 Temperature/humidity sensor mounting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Figure 12 Model number nomenclature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
TABLES
Table 1 Liebert MPH—Model numbers and specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Table 2 Liebert MPH dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This manual contains important safety instructions. Read all safety, installation and operating
instructions before installing Liebert MPH power distribution units. Adhere to all warnings on the
unit and in this manual. Follow all operating and user instructions. Individuals without previous
training can install and operate this equipment.
• The Liebert MPH is designed for data processing equipment. The Liebert MPH is not intended for
use with life support or other designated critical devices. If uncertain about its application, consult your local dealer or Emerson representative.
• Maximum load must not exceed that shown on the Liebert MPH rating label.
• Operate the Liebert MPH in an indoor environment only in an ambient temperature range of
32°F to +131°F (0°C to +55°C). Install it in a clean environment, free of conductive contaminants,
moisture, flammable liquids, gases and corrosive substances.
• The Liebert MPH must be installed in a restricted-access location. A restricted-access location is
an area where access is possible only through the use of a tool or lock and key or other means of
security, and is controlled by the authority responsible for the location.
• Liebert MPH power distribution units have no user-serviceable parts. Under no circumstances
attempt to gain internal access due to the risk of electric shock or burn.
• Do not continue to use the Liebert MPH if the LED panel or monitoring interface indicators are
not in accordance with these operating instructions. Refer all faults to your local dealer, Emerson
representative or Emerson Network Power Applications Engineering.
• Never block or insert any object into the Liebert MPH.
• DO NOT CONNECT equipment that could overload the Liebert MPH.
• Refer to 6.0 - Specifications to determine the electrical ratings and specifications of your Liebert
MPH. It is imperative that the power supply and connections match the specifications of the unit
being installed.
WARNING
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Opening or removing the cover of a Liebert MPH may expose you to lethal voltages within the
power distribution unit.
Observe all cautions and warnings in this manual. Failure to do so may result in serious
injury or death.
Liebert MPH units contain no user-serviceable parts. For service, contact Emerson Network
Power Applications Engineering or your local Emerson representative. Do not attempt to
service this product yourself.
Never work alone.
CAUTION
!
Connecting your Liebert MPH and rack equipment to a power supply with an incorrect rating
in voltage, amperes or phase may damage the connected equipment and your Liebert MPH.
If you have questions about the power supply connections, contact Emerson Network Power
Applications Engineering or your local Emerson representative.
CAUTION
!
The user/installer must ensure that the ratings of the electric circuit of each connected
application and component meets the specified rating at each branch. The maximum load per
branch is 20A.
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CAUTION
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Shut down and unplug all equipment in your rack enclosure before beginning to connect
equipment to your Liebert MPH.
When connecting the rack equipment to the Liebert MPH’s receptacles, arrange cables and
connections to avoid tangling and crisscrossing the power cables. For power management
purposes, record the receptacle where each piece of equipment is connected. Receptacles on
the Liebert MPH have a numerical designation. The Liebert MPH with more than one circuit
has the outlets named with numbers and are grouped by branch with a number referring to
the proper circuit breaker.
When connecting power to the Liebert MPH’s receptacles, follow generally accepted
procedures, such as routing the power cables separately from low-voltage communication and
control wires to prevent electromagnetic interference.
CAUTION
!
All configuration steps must be completed before attempting to start equipment connected to
the Liebert MPH.
Notice to European Union Customers: Disposal of Old Appliances
This product uses components that are dangerous for the environment, such as electronic cards and
other electronic components. Any component that is removed must be taken to specialized collection
and disposal centers. If this unit must be dismantled, this must be done by a specialized center for collection and disposal of electric and electronics appliances or other dangerous substances.
This product has been supplied from an environmentally aware manufacturer that complies with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
(WEEE) Directive 2002/96/CE.
The “crossed-out wheelie bin” symbol at right is placed on this product to
encourage you to recycle wherever possible. Please be environmentally
responsible and recycle this product through your recycling facility at its end
of life. Do not dispose of this product as unsorted municipal waste. Follow
local municipal waste ordinances for proper disposal provisions to reduce the
environmental impact of waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).
For information regarding the scrapping of this equipment, please browse
http://www.eu.emersonnetworkpower.com (“Products session” or “Con-
tact us” session) or call our worldwide technical support at:
• 00 80011554499 (toll free number)
• +39 0298250222 (toll number based in Italy)
ROHS Compliance
The Liebert MPH modules comply with the Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (ROHS),
prohibiting use of six hazardous materials manufacturing of electronics, including lead-free solder.
FCC Compliance
This unit complies with the limits for a Class A device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference, and
• This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is
likely to cause harmful interference that the user must correct, including the expense of all
corrective modifications.
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