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Step 14From the left side of the power supply, connect the third pair of source DC cables to the power supply 
terminal block VE-3 (see Figure 1-37) in this order:
1.Negative (-) source DC cable to terminal posts –VE-3
2.Positive (+) source DC cable to terminal posts +VE-3
CautionWhen you tighten the terminal nuts, make sure that they are...

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CautionTo prevent a short circuit or shock hazard after wiring the DC-input power supply, reinstall the terminal 
block covers.
Step 20After you confirm that all installation steps are completed correctly, remove any safety flags, lockout 
devices, or adhesive tape from the source DC circuit breakers, and energize the input circuits to...

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NoteFor multiple DC-input power supplies, each DC input must be protected by a dedicated circuit breaker 
or a fuse. The circuit breaker or fuse must be sized according to the power supply input rating and the 
local or national electrical code requirements.
To install a 4000 W DC-input power supply and wire it for 4000 W operation in the...

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Figure 1-39 Handling a 4000 W DC-Input Power Supply 
Step 5
Tighten the power supply captive installation screws 
Step 6Remove the two screws that secure the outer terminal block cover Lift the cover up to detach the cover 
tabs from the slots in the power supply. Set the cover and the screws aside
Step 7Remove the two screws that secure...

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Step 13From the right side of the power supply, connect the third pair of source DC cables to the power supply 
terminal block VE-3 (see Figure 1-40) in this order:
1.Negative (-) source DC cable to terminal posts –VE-3
2.Positive (+) source DC cable to terminal posts +VE-3
CautionWhen you tighten the terminal nuts, make sure that they...

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WarningWhen installing or replacing the unit, the ground connection must always be made first and 
disconnected last. Statement 1046
CautionTo prevent a short circuit or shock hazard after wiring the DC-input power supply, reinstall the terminal 
block covers.
Step 18After you confirm that all installation steps are completed correctly,...

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Required Tools
The following tools are required for the power supply removal and installation procedures:
Number 2 Phillips-head screwdriver 
1/4-inch open-ended wrench or 1/4-inch nutdriver
Wire cutters to cut the cable tie-wraps
Additional tools might be necessary to install the lugs on the source DC and the ground cables....

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Figure 1-41 DC-Input Front Panel for 6000-W DC-Input Power Supply
NoteWith the PWR-6000-DC power supply, you have the option of removing the Input Power Module (IPM) 
without disconnecting the DC-input wires and the ground wires. You can then replace your power supply 
and insert the fully-wired IPM. To use this option, do not perform...

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NoteThe 6000 W DC-input power supply provides voltages of 2800 W, 4500 W, or 6000 W for single and 
redundant configurations. Some configurations require cable tie-wraps, depending on available DC input 
pairs. 
Step 5Disconnect the DC-input wires from the terminal block in this order:
Positive (+) 
Negative (-) 
Step 6Disconnect the DC...

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NoteIf you are not going to remove the IPM, skip steps 7 and 8 and go to step 9.
Step 7Loosen the IPM captive installation screws on the power supply. See Figure 1-41.
Step 8Lift up on both IPM latches and remove the IPM. See Figure 1-43.
Figure 1-43 Removing the IPM Module
Step 9
Loosen the captive installation screw on the power supply...