Middle Atlantic HR-QBP-1 Users Guide

Installation/Operation Instructions

(I)HR-QBP-1

Half Rack Quiet Blower Panel

(International Models)

Thank you for purchasing the (I)HR-QBP-1 Half Rack Quiet Blower Panel. Please read these
instructions thoroughly before installing/operating this product.

PRODUCT FEATURES

- Quiet even at full speed: proportional speed assures the quietest operation possible

- Low power consumption: blower only runs as needed and spins as fast as required by the heat
load presented

- Proprietary blower provides high static pressure to maintain airflow even in crowded racks
Superior to axial fans for maintaining airflow in restricted conditions

- Attractive appearance complements finished rack appearance

- 50 CFM free air rating

I-00518 Rev A

(D)

(C)

(B)

(A)

PRODUCT CALLOUTS

(E)

(F)

BOTTOM VIEW

(G)

FRONT VIEW

A) CONTROL CIRCUIT VENT: Allows for air flow to the control circuit.

NOTE: DO NOT BLOCK!

B) TURN ON TEMPERATURE: The blower will turn on at 87° F (30.5° C) and run proportionately
from 87° F (30.5° C) to 95° F (35° C). At 95° F and above, the blower will run at full speed. The
blower will stop running at 85° F (29.4° C).

C) PRODUCT REVISION: Current revision of your (I)HR-QBP-1.

D) MANUFACTURING DATE CODE: Denotes the date the (I)HR-QBP-1 was manufactured.

E) TEMPERATURE PROBE: Temperature detection probe, nine feet (approximately three meters) long.

F) POWER CONNECTOR: Connects to the provided power supply (use the plug for your country).

G) POWER LED: Blue LED that illuminates when the unit is receiving power.

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APPLICATIONS

For thermal management guidelines, visit our web site to view our thermal management white paper:

http://www.middleatlantic.com/pdf/ThermalManagement.pdf

REMOVING HEAT FROM A SINGLE COMPONENT:

1) Install the (I)HR-QBP-1 directly above heat producing equipment. Run the temperature probe to the heat
source.

(FIGURE A)

REMOVING HEAT FROM A POPULATED RACK:

1) Install the (I)HR-QBP-1 with the blower intakes facing the top of the rack. Ensure there is a vent panel
installed at the bottom of the rack to allow for air flow (or equivalent venting). Mount the temperature
probe at the highest available location in the rack. (FIGURE B)

(FIGURE B)

VENT PANEL

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(I)HR-QBP-1

(I)HR-QBP-1 (inverted position to draw air from the top)

WARRANTY

Middle Atlantic Products (the "Company") warrants the (I)HR-QBP-1 to be free from defects in material or workmanship under normal use
and conditions for a period of (3) three years from date of shipment by company.

The Company's entire liability to the purchaser, and the purchaser's (or any other party's) sole and exclusive remedy, under this warranty
shall be limited, at the Company's option, to either (a) return of and refund of the price paid for, or (b) repair or replacement at the
Company's factory of the products purchased, or any part or parts thereof, which the Company has determined to be defective after
inspection thereof at the Company's factory.

This warranty does not cover damage due to acts of God, accident, misuse, abuse or negligence by parties other than the Company, or
any modification or alteration of the products. In addition, this warranty does not cover damage due to improper handling, assembly,
installation or maintenance.

THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT
NOT LIMITED TO, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL THE COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR ANY
SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION,
DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF BUSINESS PROFITS, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION OR ANY OTHER PECUNIARY LOSS) ARISING OUT OF
THE USE OF THE PRODUCTS PURCHASED, EVEN IF THE COMPANY HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH
DAMAGES. THE COMPANY'S LIABILITY TO THE PURCHASER (OR ANY OTHER PARTY) HEREUNDER, IF ANY, SHALL IN NO
EVENT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCTS PAID TO THE COMPANY.

Corporate Headquarters

Corporate Voice 973-839-1011 - Fax [phone] / International Voice [phone] - Fax [phone]
middleatlantic.com - [e-mail]

Middle Atlantic Canada

Voice 613-836-2501 - Fax [phone] / middleatlantic.ca - [e-mail]

Factory Distribution

USA: NJ - CA - IL Canada: ON - BC

At Middle Atlantic Products we are always listening. Your comments are welcome.

Middle Atlantic Products is an ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 Registered Company.

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