Emerson XDF Manuel D’Utilisation

The lateral, circular flow of cooling air permits arranging equipment as required for stability if the 

XDF is filled or nearly filled with equipment. Install heavier equipment first, placing it in the lower 

racks of the XDF. This keeps the XDF from having a high center of gravity, which could make it eas-

ier to tip over (see Figure 20).
The XDF may be filled to capacity as long as the maximum heat load of 14kW is not exceeded. If the 

XDF will not be filled with equipment, the equipment should be installed with a 1U space above and 

below each unit. Again, install heavier equipment first, placing it in the bottom racks.
After all equipment has been installed, any remaining spaces larger than 5U at the top of the XDF 

should be closed with optional blanking panels. (Panels are available in 1U, 2U, 3U, 4U, 5U and 10U.) 

This arrangement prevents large, open expanses in the equipment compartment that would reduce 

cooling efficiency by channeling airflow around the electronic gear.

Risk of electric shock. Can cause injury or death.
Disconnect all local and remote electric power before working within and/or installing 

equipment.
Before installing or rearranging equipment, ensure the equipment and the UPS are switched 

off. Ensure that all electrical sources are disconnected.

Risk of top-heavy unit falling over. Can cause death, injury and equipment damage.
Read all of the following instructions before attempting to move, lift or remove packaging 

from the unit.

NOTE
All electrical receptacles and sockets in the vicinity of where the XDF will be used must be 

ground/earth type.