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031-295-B0-001, Rev. B (11/2018)
Verify the following items are present before installation:
Pole mounting kit (Alpha p/n 746-032-20) qty. 1
Pole mounting bracket kit (Alpha p/n 591-557-20) qty. 1 (contains 2 brackets)
Materials:
Two customer-supplied stainless steel banding (or equivalent), rated to support loaded enclosure and sized for pole
diameter.
Tools:
Assorted socket wrenches
Procedure:
1. Unpack the enclosure and galvanized brackets; turn the enclosure facedown on a soft surface.
2. Slide a bracket up through the enclosure’s lower mounting strap(s). The bracket’s flanges must face away from
the enclosure. Secure the bracket to the mounting strap using a supplied 3/8" x 3/4" hex bolt. This prepositions
the lower mounting bracket, enabling the installer to accurately locate the placement of the lower mounting hole.
3. Position the Upper mounting bracket on the pole and secure using a pole strap.
4. Position the enclosure on the upper mounting bracket. It may be necessary to slightly rock the enclosure and pull
downward to properly seat it on the bracket. Center the enclosure on the pole.
5. Secure the Lower mounting bracket on the pole using a pole strap. Spacing between mounting straps for
enclosures is 16.25" on center.
6. The enclosure is now ready for the utility connection (per Section 2.5, Connecting Utility Power), power module,
batteries and nodes.
2.0 Installation, continued
2.1.2 Installation on Steel/Concrete Pole
The majority of poles are the property of the local Utility. Before installing an enclosure, the location and method of
mounting must be approved by the Utility. Most codes require the base of the enclosure to be located a minimum height
from the ground. Always verify height restrictions before proceeding.
ATTENTION:
Never transport the unit with batteries installed. Transporting the unit with installed batteries may cause injury to
installer and/or damage to enclosure and installed equipment. Install batteries after transporting the unit to the
installation site and securing it to the pole.
CAUTION!
Alpha recommends positioning enclosure on the opposite side of the pole from oncoming traffic. This can reduce
the danger caused by falling equipment in the event that a pole is struck by an automobile. Mounting bolts must go
completely through the wooden pole. Secure the bolts from the back with a large washer and nut.
CAUTION!
