Owner’s Manual
Rack PDU
Metered Models:
PDUMV15 and PDUMV20
Basic Models:
PDUV15 and PDUV20
1111 W. 35th Street • Chicago, IL 60609 USA
Important Safety Instructions
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This manual contains instructions and warnings that should be
followed during the installation, operation and storage of this
product. Failure to heed these instructions and warnings will void
the product warranty.
Important Warnings
• The PDU provides convenient multiple outlets but it DOES NOT provide surge or line
noise protection for connected equipment.
• The PDU is designed for indoor use only in a controlled environment away from excess
moisture, temperature extremes, conductive contaminants, dust or direct sunlight.
• Do not connect the PDU to an ungrounded outlet or extension cords or adapters that
eliminate the connection to ground.
• Use of this equipment in life support applications where failure of this equipment can
reasonably be expected to cause the failure of the life support equipment or to significantly
affect its safety or effectiveness is not recommended. Do not use this equipment in the
presence of a flammable anesthetic mixture with air, oxygen or nitrous oxide.
• The power requirement for each piece of equipment connected to the PDU must not exceed
the individual outlet's load rating.
• The total power requirement for equipment connected to the PDU must not exceed the
maximum load rating for the PDU.
• Do not drill into or attempt to open any part of the PDU housing. There are no user-
serviceable parts inside.
• Do not attempt to modify the PDU, including the input plugs and power cables.
• Do not attempt to use the PDU if any part of it becomes damaged.
• Do not attempt to mount the PDU to an insecure or unstable surface.
• Never attempt to install electrical equipment during a thunderstorm.
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Features
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NEMA 5-15P Input Plug (Model PDUMV15)
NEMA 5-15R Outlets (Model PDUMV15)
NEMA 5-20P Input Plug (Model PDUV20)
NEMA L5-20P Input Plug (Model PDUMV20)
NEMA 5-15/20R Outlets (Models PDUMV20 and PDUV20)
NEMA 5-20P Plug Adapter (Model PDUMV20): The adapter converts the input plug
from NEMA L5-20P to NEMA 5-20P.
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Circuit Breaker: If the current drawn by the equipment connected to the PDU exceeds
the Maximum Load Rating, the circuit breaker will trip to prevent possible damage. When
the circuit breaker trips, its plunger will pop up. Disconnect excess equipment and allow
the breaker to cool at least one minute before depressing the plunger to reset the breaker.
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Ammeter (Models PDUMV15 and PDUMV20 only): The total electrical current used
by the PDU will be displayed on the digital meter in amperes.
Illuminated Power Switch with Cover (Models PDUMV15 and PDUMV20 only)
Warranty & Warranty Registration
LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
Seller warrants this product, if used in accordance with all applicable instructions, to be free from original defects in material and workmanship for its lifetime.
If the product should prove defective in material or workmanship within that period, Seller will repair or replace the product, at its sole discretion. Service
under this Warranty can only be obtained by Buyer delivering or shipping the product (with all shipping or delivery charges prepaid) to: Tripp Lite, 1111 W.
35th Street, Chicago, IL 60609. Seller will pay return shipping charges. Call Tripp Lite at (773) 869-1234 before sending any equipment back for repair.
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO NORMAL WEAR OR TO DAMAGE RESULTING FROM ACCIDENT, MISUSE, ABUSE OR NEGLECT. SELLER
MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THE WARRANTY EXPRESSLY SET FORTH HEREIN. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED
BY APPLICABLE LAW, ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ALL WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS, ARE LIMITED IN
DURATION TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE; THIS WARRANTY EXPRESSLY EXCLUDES ALL INCIDENTALAND CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES. (Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, and some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you
may have other rights which vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction).
WARNING: The individual user should take care to determine prior to use whether this device is suitable, adequate or safe for the use intended. Since
individual applications are subject to great variation, the manufacturer makes no representation or warranty as to the suitability or fitness of these devices
for any specific application.
WARRANTY REGISTRATION
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Regulatory Compliance Identification Numbers
For the purpose of regulatory compliance certifications and identification, your Tripp Lite product has been assigned a unique series number. The series
number can be found on the product nameplate label, along with all required approval markings and information. When requesting compliance information
for this product, always refer to the series number. The series number should not be confused with the marking name or model number of the product.
The policy of Tripp Lite is one of continuous improvement. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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