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TECP-96-101  Issue 3  January 2017
FDH 3000 288 Termination Cross-Connect Cabinet
User Manual
21356-C
FDH 3000
00001777660 Rev B
www.commscope.com

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  • Page 1 TECP-96-101  Issue 3  January 2017 FDH 3000 288 Termination Cross-Connect Cabinet User Manual 21356-C FDH 3000 00001777660 Rev B www.commscope.com...
  • Page 2 Contents herein are current as of the date of publication. CommScope reserves the right to change the contents without prior notice. In no event shall CommScope be liable for any damages resulting from loss of data, loss of use, or loss of profits and CommScope further disclaims any and all liability for indirect, incidental, special, consequential or other similar damages.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    FDH 3000 288 Termination Cross-Connect Cabinet........
  • Page 4 TECP-96-101 • Issue 3 • January 2017 • Preface TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS Content Page (No entrees on this page.) Page iv © 2017, CommScope, Inc.

  • Page 5: About This Manual

    TECP-96-101 • Issue 3 • January 2017 • Preface ABOUT THIS MANUAL This publication describes the FDH 3000 288 Termination Cross-Connect Cabinet. Also included are procedures for mounting the cabinet, installing additional connector panels, routing patch cords between the terminated feeder and distribution cables, and replacing damaged components.

  • Page 6: Standards Certification

    The acronyms and abbreviations used in this manual are detailed in the following list: American Wire Gauge Centigrade Fahrenheit Fiber Distribution Hub Fiberglass Mounting Sleeve FTTP Fiber To The Premises Outside Plant Pad Mount Frame Plug and Play X-CONN Cross-Connect Page vi © 2017, CommScope, Inc.

  • Page 7: Description

    1 DESCRIPTION FDH 3000 288 Termination Cross-Connect Cabinet The FDH 3000 288 termination cross-connect cabinet is a secure, above-ground, outdoor fiber optic distribution cabinet that provides cross-connect capability within Fiber To The Premises (FTTP) optical networks. The current version of the cabinet is designed for pedestal-mount applications.
  • Page 8 TECP-96-101 • Issue 3 • January 2017 The interior of the FDH 3000 288 termination cross-connect cabinet consists of the following primary components: Connector Panels: Provide a point for accessing and cross-connecting network cable optical fibers. Each panel provides mounting spaces for 72 bulkhead adapters. The cabinet may be equipped with one, two, three, or four connector panels.
  • Page 9 TECP-96-101 • Issue 3 • January 2017 Table 1. FDH 3000 288 Termination Cross-Connect Cabinet Specifications, continued PARAMETER SPECIFICATION Optical port adapters/connectors UPC/SC or APC/SC, Feeder/Distribution cable length 100 ft. 18.3 IN. (46.5 CM) 27.08 IN. (68.8 CM) 35.95 IN.

  • Page 10: Before Starting The Installation

    This section provides general installation considerations, unpacking and inspection procedures, and lists the tools and materials required for cabinet installation. Installation Overview Installation of the FDH 3000 288 termination cross-connect cabinet involves the following main tasks: Installing a Support Base (Pedestal-Mount) – The pedestal-mount cabinet must be mounted on a suitable support base.

  • Page 11: Pedestal-Mount Cabinet Installation Hardware

    • Lifting equipment for hoisting the cabinet into position for mounting Fiberglass Mounting Sleeve Installation • Fiberglass Mounting Sleeve kit (FMS-ACE100-KIT-A) • 9/16-inch wrench • Security key (accessory - required to remove lifting eyes) Page 5 © 2017, CommScope, Inc.

  • Page 12: Cabinet Mounting

    • Hole saw and drill (use to cut holes for cable conduit if pre-drilled holes are not usable) • Landscaping equipment and site restoration supplies Concrete Pad Installation • Pad Mount Frame kit for FDH 3000 288 termination cross-connect cabinet (FD3-PMFE06) • 9/16-inch wrench • Security key (accessory - required to remove lifting eyes) •...

  • Page 13: Mounting The Pedestal-Mount Cabinet On A Fiberglass Mounting Sleeve

    Ensure that there is sufficient space on all sides to facilitate cabinet installation. Depending on the landscaping requirements, the top surface of the mounting sleeve may be located from 0 to 4 inches (10.2 cm) above the surrounding grade. Page 7 © 2017, CommScope, Inc.

  • Page 14: Excavation

    FMS and the cabinet mounted on it. There must be room for 12 inches (30.5 cm) of fill below and on each side of the FMS. The excavation dimensions for the FMS are shown in Figure 4. Excavate a rectangular hole for the FMS. Page 8 © 2017, CommScope, Inc.

  • Page 15: Placement Of The Fms

    1. Fill the bottom of the hole with stone aggregate, tamping it as it is filled to build a 12 inch (30.5 cm) layer with a level surface. The stone aggregate will provide a stable base to support the FMS. Page 9 © 2017, CommScope, Inc.

  • Page 16: Cable Conduit Installation

    Warning: Use appropriate lifting equipment when moving or installing the cabinet. Do not stand under a cabinet as it is being hoisted into position for mounting. A failure of the lifting equipment could result in serious personal injury. Page 10 © 2017, CommScope, Inc.
  • Page 17 WIRE 21512-C Figure 5. Mounting the FDH 3000 288 Termination Cross-Connect Cabinet on the FMS Use the following procedure to mount the cabinet on the FMS: 1. Use a 3/16-inch security hex-head wrench to remove the four screws that secure...
  • Page 18 Note: Label or tag the stub end of each cable so it can be identified after it is routed to the splice enclosure. 9. Carefully route the stubbed feeder and distribution cables through the rectangular opening in the ground spacer/riser or adapter cover and into the FMS. Page 12 © 2017, CommScope, Inc.

  • Page 19: Grounding Wire Connection To Cabinet

    3. Crimp a ring terminal (not provided) onto the end of the cabinet grounding wire. 4. Remove the nut and flat washer from the grounding stud located in the far left corner of the cabinet (see Figure Page 13 © 2017, CommScope, Inc.

  • Page 20: Mounting The Pedestal-Mount Cabinet On A Concrete Pad

    4 MOUNTING THE PEDESTAL-MOUNT CABINET ON A CONCRETE PAD The Pad Mount Frame (PMF), shown in Figure 8, is a stainless steel frame that provides a mounting base for the cabinet when embedded in a concrete foundation. Page 14 © 2017, CommScope, Inc.

  • Page 21: Installation Recommendations

    PMF opening at the indicated point. When installed, the top of the conduit should be located 1 to 2 inches (2.54 to 5.08 cm) below the top of the finished concrete pad. Install the conduit before pouring the pad. Page 15 © 2017, CommScope, Inc.
  • Page 22 4.0 IN. MIN. (10.2 CM) 21644-A Figure 9. Constructing the Concrete Pad for the FDH 3000 288 Termination Cross- Connect Cabinet A template is provided with the cabinet isolation gasket. The template may be used to determine the cable conduit locations. Place the template over the top of the PMF and...

  • Page 23: Concrete Pad Construction

    0 to 3 inches (0 to 7.6 cm) above the final grade. The weld nuts are covered with plugs which must be left in place until the enclosure is mounted. Page 17 © 2017, CommScope, Inc.

  • Page 24: Grounding System Installation

    1 to 2 inches (2.54 to 5.08 cm) below the top of the finished concrete pad. Leave sufficient slack in the grounding wire to allow it to be routed into the cabinet after the cabinet is mounted on the pad. Page 18 © 2017, CommScope, Inc.

  • Page 25: Mounting The Cabinet On The Concrete Pad

    A failure of the lifting equipment could result in serious personal injury. Note: Label or tag the stub end of each cable so it can be identified after it is routed to the splice enclosure. Page 19 © 2017, CommScope, Inc.
  • Page 26 WASHERS (4), AND FLAT GROUND SPACER WASHERS (4) (OPTIONAL ACCESSORY) ISOLATION GASKET GROUNDING WIRE CONCRETE 21646-A CABLE CONDUIT PAD MOUNT FRAME (PMF) Figure 12. Mounting the FDH 3000 288 Termination Cross-Connect Cabinet on the Concrete Pad Page 20 © 2017, CommScope, Inc.

  • Page 27: Grounding Wire Connection To Cabinet

    2. Working through the access openings on the left or right sides of the cabinet, insert the grounding wire through the flexible membrane at the point indicated in Figure 3. Crimp a ring terminal (not provided) onto the end of the cabinet grounding wire. Page 21 © 2017, CommScope, Inc.
  • Page 28 7. Reinstall the left and right access covers that were removed in step 1 of Section 4.5. Use the 3/16-inch security hex-head wrench to tighten the screws that secure each access cover to the sides of the cabinet ground spacer/riser. Page 22 © 2017, CommScope, Inc.

  • Page 29: Osp Cable Configuration Information

    TECP-96-101 • Issue 3 • January 2017 5 OSP CABLE CONFIGURATION INFORMATION The FDH 3000 288 termination cross-connect cabinet is equipped with pre-installed OSP cables. The cables may be designated as feeder or distribution cables depending on the application requirements. The cable stub ends must be spliced to the network cables at a separate splice enclosure (not provided).

  • Page 30: Connector Panel Installation

    TECP-96-101 • Issue 3 • January 2017 6 CONNECTOR PANEL INSTALLATION The FDH 3000 288 termination cross-connect cabinet can support up to four 72- position connector panels. Cabinets can be ordered with 1, 2, 3, or 4 connector panels pre-installed in the cabinet. If the cabinet is equipped with less than four connector panels, additional panels may be installed as needed.
  • Page 31 CABLE USE GROMMET FOR SMALLER DIAMETER CABLES CLAMPS COVER PLATE 21636-A SCREWS Figure 18. Cable Clamp Assembly 8. Reinstall the cable entry/exit hole cover removed in step 1. Page 25 © 2017, CommScope, Inc.
  • Page 32 11. Working from the front, use the four screws provided to secure the front of the connector panel to the swing frame as shown in Figure 12. Route and secure the cable subunit fibers to the back of cabinet as shown in Figure Page 26 © 2017, CommScope, Inc.
  • Page 33 FOR PANEL 4 (4 PLACES) Figure 20. Secure Connector Panel to Swing Frame DISTRIBUTION AND FEEDER CABLE FIBERS NOTE: CABINET SHOWN WITH OUTSIDE SHELL REMOVED FOR CLARITY 21642-B Figure 21. Route and Secure Distribution Cable Subunits Page 27 © 2017, CommScope, Inc.

  • Page 34: Routing And Connecting The Cross-Connect Patch Cords

    ALLOW A GENEROUS SLACK LOOP TO FORM BELOW THE BOTTOM RADIUS LIMITER THE RECOMMENDED PATCH CORD LENGTH FOR ALL CROSS- CONNECTIONS IS 1.75 METERS 21643-B Figure 22. Cross-Connect Patch Cord Routing and Slack Storage - Typical Page 28 © 2017, CommScope, Inc.

  • Page 35: Maintenance And Repair Procedures

    TECP-96-101 • Issue 3 • January 2017 8 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR PROCEDURES The FDH 3000 288 termination cross-connect cabinet requires no regular maintenance to insure continuous and satisfactory operation. Maintenance is limited to repairing or replacing any cabinet components that may be damaged or broken in the course of normal operation.

  • Page 36: Replacing A Damaged Distribution Or Feeder Connector

    This practice also prevents dirt particles from entering the adapter or connector. 2. Replace the damaged connector as specified in the procedures provided with the field-installable connector replacement kit. Page 30 © 2017, CommScope, Inc.

  • Page 37: Door Gasket Replacement

    Note: Support the door as the last nuts are removed to prevent the door from falling. 5. Carefully lift the door away from the cabinet. 6. Transfer all designation information that may be recorded on the damaged door to the labels on the replacement door. Page 31 © 2017, CommScope, Inc.

  • Page 38: Customer Information And Assistance

    10. Reinstall the two locking nuts (saved in step 2) that secure the grounding strap lug to the door. 11. Repeat process for the left door. 12. Close doors and check for proper operation. 9 CUSTOMER INFORMATION AND ASSISTANCE http://www.commscope.com/SupportCenter/TechnicalSupport.aspx Page 32...

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