Fiber Node Enclosure Installation Manual Effective: February 2017
Safety Notes Alpha considers customer safety and satisfaction its most important priority. To reduce the risk of injury or death and to ensure continual safe operation of this product, certain information is presented differently in this manual. Alpha tries to adhere to ANSI Z535 and encourages special attention and care to information presented in the following manner: WARNING! GENERAL HAZAR GENERAL HAZAR WARNING provides safety information to PREVENT INJURY OR EATH to the technician or user. WARNING! LASER RAIATION LASER RAIATION WARNING provides safety information with respect to laser radiation and optical fibers. WARNING! ELETRIAL HAZAR ELETRIAL HAZAR WARNING provides electrical safety information to PREVENT INJURY OR EATH to the technician or user. WARNING! FUMES HAZAR FUMES HAZAR WARNING provides fumes safety information to PREVENT INJURY OR EATH to the technician or user. WARNING! FIRE HAZAR FIRE HAZAR WARNING provides flammability safety information to PREVENT INJURY OR EATH to the technician or user. MEHANIAL OR MOVING PARTS HAZAR This symbol indicates a mechanical or moving parts hazard may exist in this area of the product. Use caution whenever working in the area to prevent possible injury to the operator or service personnel. There may be multiple warnings associated with the call out. Example: WARNING! ELETRIAL AN FIRE HAZAR This WARNING provides safety information for both Electrical AN Fire Hazards. AUTION! AUTION provides safety information intended to PREVENT AMAGE to material or equipment. NOTIE: NOTIE provides additional information to help complete a specific task or procedure. ATTENTION: ATTENTION provides specific regulatory/code requirements that may affect the placement of equipment and/or installation procedures. 2 031-347-0-001, Rev. A (02/2017)
Fiber Node Enclosure (FNE) Enclosure Installation Manual 031-347-0-001, Rev. A Effective ate: February 2017 2017 by Alpha Technologies, Inc. isclaimer Images contained in this manual are for illustrative purposes only. These images may not match your installation. Operator is cautioned to review the drawings and illustrations contained in this manual before proceeding. If there are questions regarding the safe operation of this powering system, please contact Alpha Technologies or your nearest Alpha representative. Alpha shall not be held liable for any damage or injury involving its enclosures, power supplies, generators, batteries or other hardware if used or operated in any manner or subject to any condition not consistent with its intended purpose or is installed or operated in an unapproved manner or improperly maintained. ontact Information Sales information and customer service in USA (7AM to 5PM, Pacific Time)...1 800 322 5742 omplete technical support in USA (7AM to 5PM, Pacific Time or 24/7 emergency support)...1 800 863 3364 Sales information and technical support in anada...1 888 462 7487 Website...www.alpha.com The manual contains important safety information that must be followed during the installation and maintenance of the equipment. Read all of the instructions before installing or operating the equipment and save this manual for future reference. 031-347-0-001, Rev. A (02/2017) 3
ontents Introduction... 5 Important Safety Instructions... 6 1.0 The Fiber Node Enclosure (FNE)... 7 1.1 Overview... 7 1.2 Enclosure Specifications... 8 1.3 Site Selection... 9 1.4 Installing The Vault... 9 1.5 Grounding... 10 1.6 Installing The Enclosure On The Vault... 11 1.7 Populating The Enclosure... 12 2.0 Optional Fan Kit... 13 Figures and Tables Fig. 1-1, Front View, Fiber Node Enclosure (FNE)... 7 Fig. 1-2, imensioned View, Fiber Node Enclosure (FNE)... 8 Fig. 1-3, Sample Vault Installation... 9 Fig. 1-4, Grounding System... 10 Fig. 1-5, Mounting Hole Spacing... 10 Fig. 1-6, Mounting the Enclosure On the Vault... 11 Fig. 1-7, Equipment Mounting Points, Enclosure Access Features... 12 Fig. 2-1, Layout, Optional Lid-Mounted Fan Kit... 13 Table 1-1, Specifications, Fiber Node Enclosure (FNE)... 8 4 031-347-0-001, Rev. A (02/2017)
Audience This guide is intended for experienced installers familiar with the mechanical and electrical requirements of Fiber Nodes and qualified licensed installation personnel. Additionally, the installers must be familiar with enclosure installation as well as underground vault installation and cable trenching. Review the support documentation on the website to become familiar with the features and functions of the equipment in this system before proceeding. Failure to install and/or use this equipment as instructed in the system documents can result in damage to the equipment. This system is only serviceable by qualified personnel. Trademark Information Alpha is a registered trademark of Alpha Technologies. Revision History - P/N 031-347-0-001 Version ate escription of hanges and New Features A 02 / 2017 Initial Release of ocument 031-347-0-001, Rev. A (02/2017) 5
Important Safety Instructions Review the drawings and illustrations contained in this manual before proceeding. If there are any questions regarding the safe installation or operation of the system, contact Alpha Technologies or the nearest Alpha representative. Save this document for future reference. ATTENTION: Alpha Technologies products are subject to change through continual improvement processes. Therefore, specifications or design layouts may vary slightly from the descriptions included in this manual. Updates to the manual are issued when changes affect form, fit or function. General Safety Precautions AUTION! This enclosure and its associated hardware may contain equipment that has hazardous voltage or currents. To avoid injury: This enclosure and its associated hardware must be serviced only by authorized personnel. Enclosure must remain locked at all times, except when authorized service personnel are present. Remove all conductive jewelry or personal equipment prior to servicing. Read and follow all installation, equipment grounding, usage, and service instructions included in this manual. Use proper lifting techniques at all times. AUTION! Enclosure, equipment or parts may be damaged or cause damage if used or installed improperly. 6 031-347-0-001, Rev. A (02/2017)
1.0 The Fiber Node Enclosure 1.1 Overview The Fiber Node Enclosure (FNE) allows the flexible configuration necessary to meet a wide range of applications, including traditional and advanced Hybrid Fiber oax (HF), FTTx fiber deep, Wi-Max networks, wireless outdoor base stations, wireless IP access, and bulk power. able Management System The FNE is designed to accommodate customer-supplied nodes and passive splitters. ables enter and exit the enclosure via the polymer pedestal and trenched conduit. Access panels on the side and rear of the enclosure allow technician access to the existing cabling or to add cabling as future expansion demands. B E A A Fig. 1-1, Front View, Fiber Node Enclosure (FNE) A B Node Mounting Bracket Bracket Alignment Indicator Optional Access Panels Mounting Brackets for ustomer-supplied Passive Splitters E Optional Lid-Mounted ooling Fan Kit (Alpha p/n 746-738-20-001) 031-347-0-001, Rev. A (02/2017) 7
1.0 The Fiber Node Enclosure, continued 1.2 Enclosure Specifications 23" 584mm 36" 915mm 34" 864mm 32" 813mm 39" 991mm 19" 482mm Fig. 1-2, imensioned view, Fiber Node Enclosure (FNE) Parameter Value Enclosure imensions, HxWx (in/mm) 36 x 39 x 19 (914.4 x 990.6 x 482) Weight (lb/kg) 60.5 / 27.4 Table 1-1, Specifications, Fiber Node Enclosure (FNE) 8 031-347-0-001, Rev. A (02/2017)
1.0 The Fiber Node Enclosure, continued 1.3 Site Selection onsiderations: Where possible, select a site above the 100-year flood plain, and away from houses. Place in a shaded location to minimize the effects of solar loading. Locate in an area where airflow can be maximized. Avoid locating the enclosure where it is an obstruction and would inhibit visibility. Locate the enclosure away from sprinkler systems or other sources of forced water. Locate the enclosure out of the prevailing wind to minimize the buildup of snow or the accumulation of wind-borne dust. Evaluate the soil conditions for suitability for the installation of the vault. Ensure cabling has been run and terminated at the site. ontact a cable locating service, the local utility, and adjacent building supervisors to ensure installation location and cable routing does not interfere with existing utility connections. 1.4 Installing the Vault Follow the vault manufacturer's instructions and local codes with respect to site excavation, trenching, fill materials and creating cabling access ports in the vault. At this time, prepare the site for the installation of the enclosure grounding system per the instructions in Section 1.5, Grounding. B A Fig. 1-3, Sample Vault Installation A B ompacted Gravel for rainage ompacted Backfill ompacted Gravel to Grade 031-347-0-001, Rev. A (02/2017) 9
1.0 The Fiber Node Enclosure, continued 1.5 Grounding Per the National Electrical ode (NE), the grounding system for the FNE consists of a connection via a #6 bare copper wire between the enclosure ground point and a single copper rod, 1/2" diameter x 8' long, driven into the ground at least 2' from the vault (or pad). The copper wire is lugged on the end that attaches to the enclosure and is connected to the ground rod by a connector that is suitable for direct burial. Route the #6 bare copper wire from the enclosure through the vault (or pad) by means of the cable pass-through and out to the ground rod. 1 2 4 3 Fig. 1-4, Grounding System 1 #6 bare copper wire from enclosure ground point to copper rod. 2 onnector: Burndy YGHP582W-2TN or equivalent, suitable for direct burial. 3 1/2" X 8' copper ground rod, driven into the ground at least two feet from the vault (or pad). 4 Vault below grade. 10 031-347-0-001, Rev. A (02/2017)
1.0 The Fiber Node Enclosure, continued 1.6 Installing the Enclosure On the Vault The enclosure is shipped from Alpha Technologies packed in a shipping carton. Tools required: Torque wrench with 3/4" socket Ratchet set with extension Enclosure door key Vapor barrier material (if enclosure is being placed on a precast pad) Utility Knife Procedure: NOTIE: If the vault is not supplied by Alpha Technologies, and does not have a pre-cut pass-through in the lid, it will be necessary for the installer to cut a pass-through into the lid before installing the enclosure. 1. Unpack the enclosure. 2. If installing the enclosure on a precast pad, position the 25-year vapor barrier material over the pad, and make all necessary cutouts. If the enclosure is being installed on a polymer vault, no vapor barrier material is needed. 3. Place the enclosure into position on the vault lid. 4. Route any pre-run cables into the enclosure and secure the enclosure to the fiber vault lid by means of four (4) customer supplied 3/8"-16 stainless steel bolts, flat washers and lock washers. Tighten to a torque value of 19 to 20 lb-ft. 5. If vapor barrier material is used, trim the vapor barrier material around the perimeter of the enclosure with a utility knife. 14" 356mm 32.7" / 830mm Fig. 1-5, Mounting Hole Spacing able pass-through Fig. 1-6, Mounting the Enclosure On the Vault 031-347-0-001, Rev. A (02/2017) 11
1.0 The Fiber Node Enclosure, continued 1.7 Populating the Enclosure The node mounting bracket [B] accommodates a variety of nodes. The FNE is also configured with horizontal and vertical mounting brackets [E] allowing the addition of passive splitters per the requirements of future system expansion. The enclosure lid is removeable and, if need be, can be removed to facilitate installing and splicing the node. Four sliding access panels [] are located on the rear and side of the enclosure. To use a panel, sufficiently loosen (do not remove) the four 1/4-20 nuts at the corners of the panel to allow the panel to slide toward the front of for the side access panels and to the closest side for the rear access panels the enclosure. The FNE is configured with a removable lid [F] to facilitate installing and splicing the node. The lid is held in place by 4 (four) 1/4-20 nuts located in the inside corners of the enclosure. To remove the lid, unplug the fan kit from the cable plant, and with a 7/16" wrench remove the 4 (four) 1/4-20 nuts from the inside corners of the lid, lift the lid off and set aside. To reattach the lid, reverse the above procedure. Follow the manufacturer's instructions with regard to node and/or passive splitter installation, connection, configuration, start-up and validation. F A E E B Fig. 1-7, Equipment Mounting Points, Enclosure Access Features A Remove node mounting bracket from rear wall of enclosure. Use wrench and 7/16" socket to remove 2 stainless-steel bolts from each of the upper and lower mounting flanges. B Attach node to bracket per manufacturer's instructions. Reattach bracket to mounting flanges. Access Panels (2 side, 2 rear) are used to facilitate installation of cabling. E As needed, install passive splitters per manufacturer's instructions. F Removable lid, 4 x 1/4-20 nuts; requires 7/16" wrench. 12 031-347-0-001, Rev. A (02/2017)
2.0 Optional Fan Kit The FNE can be configured with an optional factory-installed lid-mounted cooling fan kit (Alpha p/n 746-738-20-001). The kit is comprised of two fans mounted inside the lid and powered by A voltage provided by the cable plant. In the event the kit requires service or is added after the initial commissioning of the system, follow the appropriate procedure below. WARNING! ELETRIAL HAZAR To reduce the risk of electrical shock, connect the customer-supplied coaxial cable to the fan panel first, then connect the cable to the cable plant. MEHANIAL OR MOVING PARTS HAZAR Keep hands clear of the fan openings. The cooling fans are thermostatically-controlled and may start when power is applied. Lid Fan kit Power able Fig. 2-1 Layout, Optional Lid-Mounted Fan Kit Initial Installation 1. Use a wrench with a 7/16" socket to remove the 4 (four) 1/4-20 Keps nuts and remove the lid. 2. Set the lid upside down on its roof. 3. Set the fan panel on the lid over the installed studs. 4. Use a wrench with a 1/4" socket to install the 3 (three) 6-32 onto the studs in the lid. 5. onnect the customer-supplied coaxial cable to the fan kit. 6. Replace and secure the lid on the enclosure. 7. onnect the coaxial cable from the fan kit to the cable plant. 8. Secure the enclosure. Removal and Replacement 1. isconnect the fan kit from the cable plant. 2. Use a wrench with a 7/16" socket to remove the 4 (four) 1/4-20 Keps nuts and remove the lid. 3. Use a wrench with a 1/4" socket to remove the 3 (three) 6-32 Keps nuts from the studs in the lid and remove the fan kit. 4. Remove the customer-supplied coaxial cable from the existing fan kit. 5. Install the replacement fan kit into the lid. 6. onnect the coaxial cable to the replacement unit. 7. Replace the lid on the enclosure. 8. onnect the coaxial cable from the fan kit to the cable plant. 9. Secure the enclosure. 031-347-0-001, Rev. A (02/2017) 13
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