ADCP-96-167 • Issue 5 • July 2016
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MOUNTING THE CABINET ON A WOODEN UTILITY POLE
This section provides recommendations and procedures for mounting the Mini FDH
3000 Cabinet on a wooden utility pole.
3.1
General Recommendations for Pole-Mounting the Cabinet
The site chosen for the installation must conform to all local codes and any permits
required must be obtained prior to the start of installation. The location must be
accessible and provide adequate parking for worker and vehicle safety. The installed
cabinet must not create a visual or physical obstruction to vehicular or pedestrian
traffic. Sufficient space must be provided on all sides to facilitate cabinet installation
and maintenance. The top of the installed cabinet must be a minimum of 72-inches
above the ground when the cabinet is mounted on the pole.
Install a grounding system (not provided) that meets all local electrical codes. Check
local codes for grounding system installation, use of clamps, wire size, and any other
grounding requirements. Typically, a #6 AWG solid copper wire is used for the ground
wire.
3.2
Pole-Mounting Procedure
Use the following procedure to mount the cabinet on a wooden utility pole:
1. Obtain the following fasteners and tools:
• 3/8-inch x 2 inch lag screw suitable for exterior application (2)
• Drill
• 9/32-inch drill bit
• 1/2-inch drill bit (optional depending on pole condition)
• 9/16-inch wrench
• 216B key tool (accessory)
The following fasteners are optional depending on the condition of the pole:
• 1/2-inch through-bolt (1), 1/2-inch nut (1), 1/2-inch flat washer (2)
• 1/2-inch threaded rod (1), 1/2-inch nut (1), 1/2-inch flat washer (2), 1/2-inch lock
washer (2)
2. Using the mounting bracket as a guide, mark the location of the bracket mounting
holes on the pole as shown in
.
3. Drill a 9/32-inch hole in the pole at each of the locations marked in step 2.
4. Secure the mounting bracket to the pole using the two 3/8-inch x 2-inch lag
screws. Tighten lag screws securely.
Warning: Use appropriate lifting equipment when moving or installing the cabinet. Do not
stand under a cabinet as it is being hoisted into position for mounting. A failure of the lifting
equipment could result in serious personal injury.