Prerequisites For Installation; Precautions - Nortel SONET AccessNode 800A Series Manual

Outside plant cabinet installation
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3-2 Connecting commercial power

Prerequisites for installation

Before you connect the commercial power, complete these tasks.

Precautions

The following safety precautions should be observed at all times during the
commercial power connection procedures:
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Mount the cabinet on the selected concrete pad as defined in Chapter 2,
"Installing the cabinet".
Ensure that all hardware and materials are available and have been checked
for completeness and readiness for the installation.
— locally purchased 6 AWG tinned copper bare wire, length dependent on
the proximity of the ground rod to the cabinet (the cabinet will require
approximately 4 ft (1.2 m) internal to the ac side)
— one T&B 3302M type 1/2-inch NPT knockout connector or equivalent
— one 2-inch NPT knockout connector or equivalent
Do not open the front or rear doors until the cabinet is firmly secured to the
mounting pad described in Chapter 2, "Installing the cabinet".
Observe all National Electrical Code (NEC) and local codes for electrical
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CAUTION 1
Electrical shock hazard
The procedures listed in this chart should be done by a
qualified electrician. The procedures in this chapter are
recommended guidelines; be sure to follow all local codes
for wiring procedures.
CAUTION 2
Fire hazard
Remove all paper and any other combustible materials from
inside the cabinet before the cabinet is powered up. Failure
to comply with this warning could result in a fire.

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