Alpha UPE-M Series Manuale utente
UPE-M Series Metered Ground Mount Enclosures
Installation and Operation Manual
Eective: December 2018
2031-145-C0-002, Rev. C (12/2018)
Safety Notes
Alpha considers customer safety and satisfaction its most important priority. To reduce the risk of
injury or death and to ensure continual safe operation of this product, certain information is presented
dierently in this manual. Alpha tries to adhere to ANSI Z535 and encourages special attention and
care to information presented in the following manner:
The following sections contain important safety information that must be followed during the
installation and maintenance of the equipment and batteries. Read all of the instructions before
installing or operating the equipment, and save this manual for future reference.
There may be multiple warnings associated with the call out. Example:
ATTENTION provides specic regulatory/code requirements that may aect the placement of
equipment and /or installation procedures.
ATTENTION:
NOTICE provides additional information to help complete a specic task or procedure.
NOTICE:
ELECTRICAL HAZARD WARNING provides electrical safety information to PREVENT
INJURY OR DEATH to the technician or user.
WARNING! ELECTRICAL HAZARD
FUMES HAZARD WARNING provides fumes safety information to PREVENT INJURY OR
DEATH to the technician or user.
WARNING! FUMES HAZARD
FIRE HAZARD WARNING provides ammability safety information to PREVENT INJURY OR
DEATH to the technician or user.
WARNING! FIRE HAZARD
This WARNING provides safety information for both Electrical AND Fire Hazards
WARNING! ELECTRICAL & FIRE HAZARD
CAUTION provides safety information intended to PREVENT DAMAGE to material or
equipment.
CAUTION!
GENERAL HAZARD WARNING provides safety information to PREVENT INJURY OR
DEATH to the technician or user.
WARNING! GENERAL HAZARD
3031-145-C0-002, Rev. C (12/2018)
UPE-M Series
Installation and Operation Manual
031-145-C0-002, Rev. C
Eective Date: December 2018
© 2018 by Alpha Technologies, Inc.
Disclaimer
Images contained in this manual are for illustrative purposes only. These images 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.
Contact Information
Sales information and customer service in USA
(7AM to 5PM, Pacic Time):
Complete technical support in USA
(7AM to 5PM, Pacic Time or 24/7 emergency support):
Sales information and technical support in Canada:
Website:
1 800 863 3364
1 888 462 7487
www.alpha.com
1 800 322 5742
4031-145-C0-002, Rev. C (12/2018)
Table of Contents
1.0 Pre-Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
1.1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.0 Site Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2.1 Site Considerations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2.2 Enclosure Pedestal Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.3 Pad Fabrication. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
2.4 Enclosure Grounding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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 Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
3.6 Lightning Arrester (LA-P+) Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
3.7 LRI Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
3.8 Enclosure Cooling Fan (optional). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
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Figures
Fig. 1-1, UPE-M3 and UPE-M6 Meter Compartment with Test Bypass Blocks . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Fig. 1-2, UPE-M8 Meter Compartment with Test Bypass Blocks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Fig. 1-3, UPE-M8 Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Fig. 1-4, UPE-M6 Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Fig. 1-5, UPE-M3 Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Fig. 2-1, Pedestal Support (PS-1) Dimensions Alpha P/N 744-006-20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Fig. 2-2, Concrete Pad Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Fig. 3-1, Enclosure Mounting Holes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Fig. 3-2, 65K-AIR Enclosure (Rear View) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Fig. 3-3, 10K-AIR Enclosure (Rear View) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Fig. 3-4, Meter Base Congurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Fig. 3-5, Meter Base Congurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Fig. 3-6, Fuse/Receptacle Congurations for 65K-AIR Enclosures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Fig. 3-7, Fuse/Receptacle Congurations for Standard Enclosures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Fig. 3-8, Removing SPI Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Fig. 3-9, Connecting Coax to SPI Output Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Fig. 3-10, Battery Terminal Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Fig. 3-11, UPE-M3 Battery Wiring Diagram (for use with slide tray) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Fig. 3-12, Battery Pack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Fig. 3-13, Eight Battery Pack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Fig. 3-14, Battery and Output Power Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
6031-145-C0-002, Rev. C (12/2018)
UPE-M Series 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 this product, contact Alpha Technologies or the nearest Alpha representative. Save this
document for future reference.
To 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.
• Removal all conductive jewelry or personal equipment prior to servicing equipment, parts,
connectors, wiring, or batteries.
• Batteries contain dangerous voltage and corrosive material. Only authorized and trained
personnel should install, maintain, or service the batteries.
• Always use insulated tools to install, maintain, or service batteries.
• Use special caution when connecting or adjusting battery cablilng. An improperly connected
battery cable or an unconnected battery cable can result in arcing, re, or possible
explosion.
WARNING! ELECTRICAL HAZARD
• Avoid any contact with gelled or liquid emissions from valve-regulated lead-acid (VRLA)
batteries. Emissions contain dilute sulfuric acid that is harmful to the skin and eyes.
Emissions are electrolytic, and are electrically conductive and are corrosive. Follow the
Chemical Hazards notes if contact occurs.
• All battery compartments must have adequate ventilation to prevent an accumulation of
potentially dangerous gas.
• Batteries contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm. Battery post terminals and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling (California Proposition 65).
WARNING! FUMES HAZARD
• Only authorized and trained personnel should maintain or service the enclosure.
• Always lock the enclosure after servicing.
• Read and follow all installation, equipment grounding, usage, and service instructions for this
product and products used in conjuction with it.
• Servicing and connection of batteries shall be performed by, or under the direct supervision
of, personnel knowledgeable of batteries and the required safety precautions.
• Use proper lifting techniques whenever handling enclosure, equipment, parts, or batteries.
• If any battery emission contacts the skin, wash immediately and thoroughly with water.
Follow your company's approved chemical exposure procedures.
• Neutralize any spilled battery emission with the special solution contained in an approved
spill kit or with a solution of one pound Bicarbonate of soda to one gallon of water. Report
chemical spill using your company's spill reporting structure and seek medical attention if
necessary.
• Use caution around sheet metal components and sharp edges.
WARNING! GENERAL HAZARD
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• Batteries produce explosive gases. Do not smoke or introduce sparks in the vicinity of
batteries.
• Power supplies can reach extreme temperature under load.
WARNING! FIRE HAZARD
• Always verify that ALL equipment is rated for both the input and output voltages of the
current application and is in proper working condition.
• To prevent damage, inspect batteries every 3 months
CAUTION!
• Prior to installation, contact local utitlies, building maintenance departments, and cable/piping locator services to
ensure that installation does not interfere with existing utility cables or piping
• Installer must check local codes regarding the placement of equipment with ammable material installed on utility
equipment.
• Spent or damaged batteries are considered enviornmentally unsafe. Always recycle used batteries or dispose of the
batteries in accordance with all federal, state and local regulations.
ATTENTION:
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8.1"
23.0"
26.0"
1.0 Pre-Installation
1.1 Introduction
The Alpha UPE-M series of metered CATV power supply enclosures are a secure, ruggedly designed, water-resistant
enclosure with separate raceways for utility power and CATV wiring. The enclosure is designed to meet code and safety
standards specied by EUSERC and the NEC.
The utility meter compartment is isolated from the CATV 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 CATV
doors have ush-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 congurations. The UPE-M
series enclosures have been designed for the XM2 and XM3 series power supplies with 36V inverters. The UPE-M8
model is designed for the XM2-924 power supply with a 48V inverter.
Fig. 1-1, UPE-M3 and UPE-M6 Meter Compartment with Test Bypass Blocks
Fig. 1-2, UPE-M8 Meter Compartment with Test Bypass Blocks
8.1"
29.0"
32.0"
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1.0 Pre-Installation, continued
Fig. 1-3, UPE-M8 Dimensions
32.0"20.5"
43.5"
50.0"
13.6"
13.2"
6.9"
Meter Center line
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1.0 Pre-Installation, continued
50.8"
8.5"
15.08"
12.1"
57.38"
19.7" 26.0"
Meter Center Line
Fig. 1-4, UPE-M6 Dimensions
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