STANDARD RECOMMENDED PROCEDURE 003-1072-AEN | ISSUE 2 | MARCh 2021 | PAGE 3 OF 11
3. Storage and Transportation
The shipping container and its contents must be stored indoors in a vertical position in the
original packaging. A forklift or hand truck capable of lifting approximately 250 pounds is
required to unload or transport the product in its shipping container prior to unpacking. Observe
all local safety precautions when moving the container. Do not double stack shipping containers.
4. Unpacking the Cabinet and Components
Step 1:
Place the container
near the site prepared
for installation of the
cabinet.
Step 2:
Cut the bands holding
the cabinet to the pallet.
Step 3:
Remove the
shrinkwrapping from
around the cabinet
(Figure 2).
5. Installing the Cabinet on a Pad
DANGER:
Only certified operators should operate the crane. Ensure that stabilizers are
extended and firmly positioned before lifting. Avoid overhead obstructions or power lines when
lifting.
IMPORTANT:
Ensure that a lifting device, such as a hoist or crane, capable of lifting at least 250
pounds is available to lift the cabinet into position. The cabinet is heavy and requires two
people to maneuver it. Observe all safety precautions while using the cable hoist. Make
sure the door is locked in the closed position. Failure to do so may result in personal
injury or damage to the cabinet or cables.
5.1 On a pad
Step 1:
If not using a precast pad with mounting hardware installed, use the provided
template to mark the location for the mounting bolts (Page 5). Drill holes for 0.5-inch
bolt anchors in the poured pad and insert the mounting bolts (0.5-inch diameter). Or
use an anchor assembly kit (FDH-LS-ANCHOR-432 or FDH-LS-ANCHOR-864).
Step 2:
Clip the ties from the cables. Roll out the cables when removing them from the
packaging to avoid putting twists into the cable. Then loop the cables in a “Figure-8”
pattern next to the mounting location before placing the cabinet (Figure 2).
IMPORTANT:
Fiber optic cable is sensitive to excessive pulling, bending and crushing forces. Do not
exceed 200 pounds of pulling force on the cable. Do not bend the cable more sharply
than the minimum recommended bend radius (typically 9 inches). Do not crush the cable
or allow it to kink. Doing so may alter the transmission characteristics of the cable.
Cut bands
here
Lifting eye
safety loop
TPA-6657
Figure 2
Note: Side panels may be packaged separately
