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3 MAJOR COMPONENTS

DCF Optimized Rack System will have all of the components addressed in this section. All components are
finished with a textured powder coat, color is RAL 7021.

3.1 Frame

The DCF Optimized Rack System is constructed of hot and cold rolled steel. Frame is light weight and
strong with a 3000 lb static load rating.

3.1.1 Adjustable Rails

The DCF Optimized Rack System ships with 2 sets of 19-in. (EIA310-E) compliant rails. The 19-in. rails have
U marking labels on both sides of the rails. Front and rear mount rails are installed in the DCF at 29.13 in.
(740 mm).

3.1.2 Full-height Rack PDU/Cable-management Bracket

Each DCF rack leaves the factory with 2 full-height rack pdu/cable-management brackets installed. The
brackets are installed in the rear of the rack, flush against the frame, one bracket installed on each side of
rack.

3.1.3 Casters

DCF Optimized Rack System ships standard with 4 swivel, non-locking casters installed.

Figure 3.1 Caster plate

3.2 Enclosure

Exterior components of the DCF Optimized Rack System are finished in textured powder coat, color RAL
7021.

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Summary of Contents for DCF 42U

Page 1: ...DCF Optimized Rack System Installer User Guide...

Page 2: ...any installation or operational issues with your product check the pertinent section of this manual to see if the issue can be resolved by following outlined procedures For additional assistance visi...

Page 3: ...Inspection 13 4 2 Required Setup equipment 13 4 3 Unloading the DCF Rack 13 4 4 Equipment Layout Repositioning Removal and Installation 14 4 4 1 Installing the Edge Guard 14 4 4 2 Positioning and Att...

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Page 5: ...duct is not intended for use with life support or other U S FDA designated critical devices Maximum loads must not exceed those specified in this manual The maximum load rating for the DCF is found in...

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Page 7: ...LEVELING FEET WITH CASTERS WITH AND WITHOUT SIDE PANELS WITHOUT DOORS WITH DOORS 42U 76 2 1936 6 77 1956 2 78 1 1984 7 23 6 600 41 8 1062 5 43 3 1100 48U 86 7 2203 3 87 5 2222 9 88 6 2251 4 31 5 800 4...

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Page 9: ...marking labels on both sides of the rails Front and rear mount rails are installed in the DCF at 29 13 in 740 mm 3 1 2 Full height Rack PDU Cable management Bracket Each DCF rack leaves the factory wi...

Page 10: ...x 31 5 2100 x 800 31 768 Part 546053G4L Table 3 1 Door dimensions single door FRAME SIZE DOOR DIMENSIONS IN MM PART NUMBER HEIGHT WIDTH EACH DOOR 42U 78 1 x 23 6 2000 x 600 76 1931 5 11 5 293 Part 54...

Page 11: ...k ITEM DESCRIPTION 1 Cable entry holes 4 holes include edge guards and removable grommets 2 Fan Cable access hole standard 3 3 Mounting Hardware and Tools Hardware to install accessories ships with th...

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Page 13: ...ding the DCF Rack Before unloading note the weight of the model see Specifications CAUTION Use at least two people when moving the unit 1 Using a pallet jack or forklift move the DCF on its pallet to...

Page 14: ...acket to rack 2 typical 3 Lag bolt holes for securing anchor bracket to pallet and or floor 4 4 Equipment Layout Repositioning Removal and Installation To keep the unit s center of gravity as low as p...

Page 15: ...cabinets 1 Determine the installation location of the EIA rails 2 Loosen the M6x12 screws in the rail adjustment brackets securing the 19 EIA rails to the frame member as shown in the following figur...

Page 16: ...ITEM DESCRIPTION 1 Face of EIA rail 2 Rail adjustment screw 3 Frame member holes 4 Frame member To position EIA rails on 800 mm cabinets 1 Determine the installation location of the EIA rails 2 At th...

Page 17: ...d by two hinges and held in place by gravity They can be lifted off and reinstalled without tools NOTE Doors are easier to remove if they are open at a 90 angle to the DCF cabinet To reverse the front...

Page 18: ...and the upper panel hangs on the rack frame Each panel is secured with a lock making the panels simple to remove and replace when installing equipment and performing maintenance To remove a side panel...

Page 19: ...et for installation with the inside bottom flange of the PDU resting on the flange of the frame member at the top and bottom See the flange in the following figure 2 Hold the PDU bracket in place then...

Page 20: ...s to the cabinet The outer hole centers the cabinets at 24 in 609 6 mm The center hole puts the cabinets on metric centers Connecting the racks is easier if the are in their final installation positio...

Page 21: ...It should be cleaned periodically more frequently if the air in the vicinity is not filtered for particulates Dust should be cleaned from installed equipment according to the manufacturer s recommend...

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