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back of each base model as shown in Figure 28 on page 170 in the
single-machine examples (
1
and
2
in the figure).
b.
For a row of machines, install a row of perforated tiles in front of
the machines and one or two fully perforated tiles at the back of
each two machines, as shown in Figure 28 on page 170 (
3
and
4
in the figure).
c. For groupings of machines, where a hot aisle/cold aisle layout is
used, use a cold aisle row of perforated tiles in front of all
machines. For hot aisles, install a perforated tile per pair of
machines. A possible minimal configuration is shown in Figure 28
on page 170 (
5
in the figure).
Note:
Keep in mind that the dimensions represented in Figure 29 on
page 171 might not be adequate for floor-load requirements.
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