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3.4.6.
Installing Stub-End Fiber Drop Cables in the BD02 Pedestal
If using preconnectorized drop cables, go to Section 3.4.7, Step 1.
1
Per company practice, prepare a trench to run the drop cable from the customer premises to the pedestal. Clear soil from the
front of the pedestal base to expose the drop cable access port.
2
Lay the drop cable in the trench from the premises to the pedestal base. For stubbed cable, verify that 9 feet of cable is av ailable
above the ground line.
3
Per company practice, route the drop cable up into the
base through the innerduct, conduit or drop channel.
If the drop channel is used, remove the foam plug
(rodent and insect deterrent) prior to routing the
cable, and then replace it after all drop cables have
been installed. If the drop channel is not used, it can
be kept in place and filled with pea gravel as a
rodent deterrent.
To reinstall the plug, cut into the plug so that it can
slide over the drop cables. The foam plug rests on
the top rib of the base and a small tab near the top
of the drop channel.
Note: If the drop channel is conduit--fed, it is
recommended that the optional drop hole cover kit
be installed (P/N 97-DRPHOLCVRKIT). In all
situations, it is important to seal off the drop cable
access port with the channel or cover.
4
Verify a minimum of 9 feet of drop cable will extend up
past the ground line indicator on the base, then, per
local company practice, measure and cut the drop
cable to the desired length.
5
In removing the sheathing, enough must remain for
the attachment of the cable to the cable attachment
unit.
Note: Providing the cable is of small enough diameter,
it can be shaped into a short S-curve prior to
placement of the cut mark. This provides slack in
case settling occurs. Pushing cable into the conduit
can provide similar slack.
Place the cable next to the attachment unit and mark
the cable midway up the unit.
6
Per local practice, remove the cable sheathing to expose the strength members and buffer tubes.
7
Trim and secure strength members. If the cable
contains strength members, trim to fit under the
Strength member clamp. Fit the members between
the two washers under the top bolt. The sheathing
should be positioned in the small teeth at the base
of the cable attachment unit. Use a cable tie to
secure the cable for flat drop cables and a hose
clamp for round drop or branch cables. Do not over
tighten the hose clamp.
