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Appendix J. Removing and Installing the Rack Top Frame
The following scenarios exist for performing this procedure:
v Removing and installing the rack top frame for clearance through doorways
v Installing the rack top frame that was shipped unattached from the rest of the frame
Note: If the clearance is close (an interference of 1/2 inch or less), removing the side covers may be all
that is required. For side cover removal instructions, see "Removing the Covers" on page 160.
For additional information, refer to RPQ8A1173. For clearance procedures, go to "Removing the Rack Top
Frame for Clearance Through Doorways" on page 161. For the reduced height procedure, go to "Preparing
for Rack Top-Frame Installation for pSeries 670 (Reduced Height Option) RPQ8A1173" on page 166.
Attention:
Due to the weight of the rack top frame, two people are required to restore the rack to full
height.
The weight of components is outlined as follows:
Rack Top Frame and Crate
Rack Top Frame with Power (4 BPRs and 4 BPDs)*
BPR
BPD
BPE
Rack Top Frame without Rails
Rack Top Frame with Rails
Notes:
1. Maximum total weight can be up to 561 lbs.
2. * Can be shipped with up to six BPRs and six BPDs.
Required Tools
The following tools are necessary to remove or install the rack top frame:
v Ladder
v Stepladder
Ratchet
Ratchet Accessories
Drive Socket
Drive Ratchet
Drive Socket
Torque Tool (Part Number 6422789)
Item
Tool
Weight
463 lbs.
329 lbs.
30 lbs.
14 lbs.
40 lbs.
66 lbs.
73 lbs.
Description
3/8 inches Square Drive
3/8 inches Drive, 6 inches Extension X2 (8-inch reach
required)
3/8 inches (10mm)
1/4 inches
5/16 inches (8mm)
Included in the tool kit and used for various FRUs, such
as the BPR, BPC, BPDs, and BPFs.
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