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6.1.2
Tools and Materials Required
The following tools are required in order to complete the procedures in this instruction:
• #6 metric socket key or 7/32-inch hex key wrench
• Wire cutters
• Wire stripper
• Compression pliers for splicing grounding cable
• Tools for installing exterior AC circuit
• Tool kit for attaching N-type connectors to coaxial cable
The following materials are required in order to complete the installation procedures:
• #6 AWG (4 mm) copper wire and splice
• Connector for attaching #6 grounding wire to approved earth ground source
• Junction box, conduit, fasteners, connectors, and wire to install a 120/240 Volt, 15 Amp,
exterior AC circuit.
• N-type male connector
6.2
Ground Wire Installation
A hexagon socket-head capscrew is provided on the underside of the cabinet for attaching a #6
copper grounding wire to the enclosure. A 1.5 meter long #6 AWG copper wire terminated with
a ring terminal is provided for connecting the enclosure to an approved grounding source. Use
the following procedure to install the grounding wire:
Caution: For proper and safe equipment operation, an approved earth ground connection must
be provided. The recommended minimum wire size is #6 AWG copper wire.
1. Locate the 1.5 m #6 AWG (4 mm) copper grounding wire provided with the microBTS
enclosure.
2. Locate the grounding point provided on the underside of the enclosure as shown in
Figure
3. Remove the socket-head capscrew and flat washer from the enclosure using a #6 metric
key or a 7/32-inch hex key wrench.
4. Secure the ring terminal end of the grounding wire to the enclosure using the screw and
washer removed in step 3. Tighten securely.
5. Route the free end of the grounding wire to an approved earth ground source.
6. Cut the ground wire to length and connect it to the earth ground source as specified by
local code or practice.
10.
ADCP-75-246 • Issue 1 • 6/2008
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© 2008, ADC Telecommunications, Inc.
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