Adding An Aem To A Column - Northern Telecom Meridian Meridian 1 Installation Manual

Adding an AEM to a column

An AEM can be added to a Meridian 1 column in one of three positions; a
procedure is given for each:
Adding an AEM to the base of a column
Adding an AEM between two other modules
Adding an AEM to the top of a column
There are similarities in the three procedures. Power and system monitor
cables between modules must be disconnected, then connected to the AEM
and the module must be positioned, then secured with mounting bolts.
Figures 21 through 23 illustrate these tasks.
The AEM is heavy and should be lifted and installed by two people. When
you slide the AEM into the shelf, be sure to keep track of the cables and
connectors to keep them from getting caught or tangled.
Note: If the column is equipped with earthquake bracing, remove the
rods and install longer rods after adding the module. See "Earthquake
bracing" in System installation procedures (553-3001-210) to perform
these functions.
WARNING
Risk of equipment damage
Power to the column must be shut down during
these procedures.
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