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Model 4299-8 Single Fixed Rack-Mount Kit

Assembly and Mounting Instructions

071314400 / June 2013 *P071314400* 1

Keithley Instruments, Inc.

28775 Aurora Road

Cleveland, Ohio 44139

1-888-KEITHLEY

http://www.keithley.com

Introduction

The Model 4299-8 Single Fixed Rack-Mount Kit for 2U Graphical Display Instruments contains all the hardware

you need to install a single 2U Graphical Display instrument in a standard 19-inch equipment rack.

1U is a standard vertical spacing that is equal to 1.75 inches (about 4.45 cm).

Figure 1: Typical installation (instrument and rack not included)

Tools required

• Medium (#2) Phillips head screwdriver

• 3/8" wrench

• Flat-bladed screwdriver or cage nut installation tool, such as Knurr part number 01.130.985.9

Summary of content (11 pages)

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Model 4299-8 Single Fixed Rack-Mount Kit Assembly and Mounting Instructions Keithley Instruments, Inc. 28775 Aurora Road Cleveland, Ohio 44139 1-888-KEITHLEY http://www.keithley.com Introduction The Model 4299-8 Single Fixed Rack-Mount Kit for 2U Graphical Display Instruments contains all the hardware you need to install a single 2U Graphical Display instrument in a standard 19-inch equipment rack. 1U is a standard vertical spacing that is equal to 1.75 inches (about 4.45 cm).
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Model 4299-8 Single Fixed Rack-Mount Kit Parts list The following figure shows the hardware supplied with this kit. The following table lists the hardware, part numbers, and quantity.
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Model 4299-8 Single Fixed Rack-Mount Kit Installation To install a single instrument using the Model 4299-8 Fixed Rack-Mount Kit: 1. Review the installation precautions (on page 3). 2. Select a location in the rack. 3. Take steps to make it easier to manipulate and install the Graphical Display instrument: • Clear as much space as possible around the selected rack location • If practical, remove the cabinet sides from the rack 1.
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Model 4299-8 Single Fixed Rack-Mount Kit Step 1: Prepare the rack To prepare the rack for installation, install the cage nuts and the support shelf for the selected location. To install the cage nuts on the rack rails: 1. Using the front-rack ear (2450-360) as a guide, mark holes for the selected installation location (four places total, two for each rail). 2. Install the cage nuts (1) in the backside of each rail hole (2) where marked in step 1.
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Model 4299-8 Single Fixed Rack-Mount Kit You can install the Graphical Display instrument on either side of the rack. The following steps describe installation of the instrument on the left side of the rack. To install the instrument on the other side, install the support shelf (2450-363) on the right side of the rack (not shown). To install the support shelf in the rack: 1. Align the support shelf (1) with the installed cage nuts (2). 2.
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Model 4299-8 Single Fixed Rack-Mount Kit Step 2: Prepare the instrument To prepare a Graphical Display instrument for rack mounting, remove the handle and bumpers (if installed), and then install the mounting hardware. Remove handle and bumpers from the Graphical Display instrument To remove the handle and bumpers (if installed): 1. While pulling the ends of the handle (1) away from the sides of the instrument, swing the handle to the upright position (the upright position is illustrated in the figure).
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Model 4299-8 Single Fixed Rack-Mount Kit To install the mounting hardware on the instrument: 1. Secure the front-rack ear (1) to the instrument using two 6-32 x 5/8" screws (2). 2. Secure the half-rack blank front panel (3) to the instrument using two 6-32 x 5/8" screws (2).
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Model 4299-8 Single Fixed Rack-Mount Kit Step 3. Install the instrument To install the Graphical Display instrument in the rack: 1. Place the Graphical Display instrument (1) in the rack and on the support shelf (2). Keep supporting the instrument until it is secured. 2. Check that the instrument (1) is fully seated. 3. Secure the instrument (1) using 10-32 x 5/8" screws (3) (four places).
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Model 4299-8 Single Fixed Rack-Mount Kit 4. Place the shelf clip (1) on the shelf (2) and lightly secure it with the carriage bolt (3) and nut (4). 5. Slide the shelf clip (1) toward the instrument and then fully tighten the nut (4).
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Safety precautions The following safety precautions should be observed before using this product and any associated instrumentation. Although some instruments and accessories would normally be used with nonhazardous voltages, there are situations where hazardous conditions may be present. This product is intended for use by qualified personnel who recognize shock hazards and are familiar with the safety precautions required to avoid possible injury.
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The CAUTION heading in the user documentation explains hazards that could damage the instrument. Such damage may invalidate the warranty. Instrumentation and accessories shall not be connected to humans. Before performing any maintenance, disconnect the line cord and all test cables. To maintain protection from electric shock and fire, replacement components in mains circuits — including the power transformer, test leads, and input jacks — must be purchased from Keithley Instruments.