2023-12-04

Mount the Backup Gateway

  1. Using a hole saw, drill out the necessary cable access holes from the Backup Gateway.
    Figure 1. Top / Bottom (above) and Back (below) Cable Access Drill Guides
    Drill Guide Diameters
    A M40, expandable to M50
    B M25
    C M32
    D M20
    E M12
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    CAUTION
    When Backup Gateway is installed outdoors, top cable entry is prohibited as it may result in water ingress.
  2. Using a drill and level, mount the Backup Gateway enclosure.
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    Note
    Leave a minimum clearance of 50 mm above the Backup Gateway.
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    Note
    The enclosure must be installed in the orientation shown below. Do not mount the Backup Gateway enclosure horizontally or upside down.
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    CAUTION
    To ensure IP55 ingress rating is maintained, the enclosure must only be mounted at these three points.
    Figure 2. Backup Gateway Enclosure Mounting Holes
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    CAUTION
    The sealing washers must be installed to guarantee IP55 ingress rating.
  3. Install the Backplate Assembly in the enclosure, orienting it for bottom or top cable entry. Attach it to the five (5) studs using the five (5) supplied 8 mm nuts. Use a torque wrench with 8 mm socket to tighten the nuts to 6 Nm.
    Figure 3. Backplate Orientation for Bottom Cable Entry (left) or Top Cable Entry (right)
  4. Locate the Backup Gateway serial number on the label on the dead front cover. Record the serial number for reference.