Pub. 42004-520A
NEMA 4X VoIP Telephones
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GAI-Tronics recommends the following precautionary steps to protect the unit during installation:
1.
Install this unit using appropriate wiring methods.
2.
It is recommended that the network cable be contained within conduit for physical protection.
3.
Use a conduit entry on the bottom of the enclosure to prevent any condensation forming inside the
conduit from dripping into the unit. Additionally, using bottom conduit entries makes water less likely
to enter the unit at the conduit connection points.
4.
Use Teflon™ pipe joint tape or a thread sealing compound around the conduit threads to seal threaded
connections and prevent water from entering into the unit at the conduit location.
5.
Apply a small amount of silicone sealant inside and around the end of the conduit pipe that is inside
the unit. The sealant helps to prevent any condensation formed inside the conduit from dripping into
the unit. This is especially important when using the conduit entry located on the top of the enclosure.
(Manufacturers of silicon sealant include: Dow Corning, Duron, General Electric, and DuPont.)
6.
Sealed fittings should be installed at all cable entry points to prevent liquids from entering the unit.
Security Hardware
The Model 354-70x Series Telephone is vandal-resistant, with the front panel attached to its enclosure
with security screws. A GAI-Tronics Model 233-001 Security Screwdriver (sold separately) or Torx T-
25 security head tip (included with the telephone) is recommended for installing the security screws.
Conduit Installation Details
GAI-Tronics recommends installing telephone cable in conduit to protect against damage and vandalism.
Mounting and wiring of the Model 354-70x Series Telephones must be in accordance with installation
standard practices.
Entering the enclosure from the top is not recommended. Bottom (preferred) or side entry helps prevent
condensation moisture from dripping onto the telephone electronics causing severe damage. If using
conduit, an appropriate hub (Myers STG Series recommended) or a UL Listed NEMA 4X rated connector
appropriate for the installation should be used. If a top entry must be made, a drip path is strongly
recommended. Seal all conduit entrances around the entry point and inside the conduit using a silicone-
type sealant.
The Model 354-70x Series Telephones are not supplied with openings for conduit or cable because of
potential installation variations. Conduit entrances must be installed prior to mounting the enclosure to
the wall surface.
1.
Open the door and remove the front panel assembly (carefully set aside).
2.
Drill (hole saw) or punch entry openings. There must be a minimum of 1 inch (26 mm) of material
between entry holes.
3.
Install hub or fitting.
