Owner's Manual

Owner’s Manual for Power Zone Connectivity Server 7
Installation and Operation
Section 3 Installation and Operation
Installation
The Connectivity Server is installed using a conduit
connector (part no. 10000032818). See Figure 3-1.
1. Place the Connectivity Server (A) on top of the
mounting enclosure (B) with LEDs facing the front.
2. Place the conduit connector (C) beneath the
conduit opening and rotate clockwise until it
contacts the end panel.
3. Hand tighten the conduit connector, then tighten to
16 in-lb (1.81 Nm).
NOTE: Do not over tighten conduit connector.
NOTE: Generac does not recommend opening the
enclosure. However, if opened, the enclosure screws
must to be tightened to 6 in-lb (0.68 Nm).
Figure 3-1. Installation
IMPORTANT NOTE: The Connectivity Server
contains an on-board chip antenna for Wi-Fi/
Bluetooth signal. The signal will penetrate through
the plastic enclosure, but any metal surface around
the Connectivity Server will reduce its range. For
maximum signal range, use an extension kit (part no.
A0000310806) and mount the Connectivity Server on
top of the generator enclosure. See Using the
Extension Kit to Mount Outside Generator Enclosure.
Using the Extension Kit to Mount Outside
Generator Enclosure
The Connectivity Server can be mounted on top of the
generator enclosure for extended Wi-Fi range.
1. Remove the conduit connector.
2. Remove the Control Cabinet cable from Power and
RS-485 Connection (see Figure 2-1, item B) of
Connectivity Server.
3. Remove any other cables, including Ethernet
cable, connected to Connectivity Server.
4. Follow instructions as outlined in the drawing
supplied with A0000310806 extension kit to mount
the Connectivity Server on top of generator
enclosure.
5. Connect any other cables, including Ethernet
cable, that were connected to Connectivity Server.
6. Use conduit connector to secure the Connectivity
Server to the generator enclosure.
Cleaning
Do not use any cleaning solution to clean the
Connectivity Server enclosure or cover. Clean with a
damp cloth or sponge. The Connectivity Server contains
electronic circuitry. Use extra caution not to drip water
inside the Connectivity Server. If water or other liquid
enters the Connectivity Server, disconnect power until
completely dry.
A Connectivity Server
B Mounting Enclosure
C Conduit Connector
(000182a)
WARNING
Equipment damage. Only qualified service personnel may
install, operate, and maintain this equipment. Failure to
follow proper installation requirements could result in death,
serious injury, and equipment or property damage.
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A
B
C