Unpacking procedure
Before unpacking the unit, allow it to stabilize for 16 hours.
About this task
CAUTION
Before moving the unit over a raised floor, ensure that the floor meets
the requirements that are listed under
Follow these steps to unload and unpack the cabinets:
Procedure
1. Use a mechanical lift or pallet jack to position the packaged cabinet in its final
location.
Note:
Before placing the cabinets, note the correct placement (based on
the overall system configuration) and the floor tile cutouts to place each
cabinet.
Leave approximately 96 in. of clearance at the back of the cabinet to unload the
cabinet and roll it off the pallet.
2. Remove the shipping material:
a. Cut the tape and straps that hold the cardboard carton together as
illustrated in the next diagram.
Figure 15 Cutting the tape and straps
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b. Remove the cardboard packing hood and wraparound sleeve as illustrated in
the next diagram.
DLm8500 System Service Area and Removal
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