ADC ACE-142S/142V - Manual (Page 23)

ADCP-96-015 • Issue 1 • July 2004
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© 2004, ADC Telecommunications, Inc.
4.4 Concrete Pad Construction
Use the following procedure to construct the concrete pad:
1. Build a wood form for the concrete pad using 2 x 6 framing lumber as shown in Figure 9 .
2. Locate the PMF as shown in the construction diagram (see Figure 8 ). When installed, the
top surface of the PMF must be flush and level with the top of the concrete pad.
3. Place reinforcing material inside the form but outside of the PMF.
Figure 9. ACE-142S Cabinet Concrete Pad Framing
4. Verify that the PMF and form are level. Depending on the landscaping requirements, the
top surface of the concrete pad may be 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.
5. Pour the concrete to form the pad but do not pour concrete into the center area of the PMF.
6. Remove the top framing and the temporary support wires when the concrete is ready to be
finished.
7. Allow concrete to cure before proceeding with the installation.
Note: Use temporary top framing to keep the top surface of the PMF flush and level with
the top of the concrete pad (see
Figure 9 ).
Note: Allow some concrete to flow under the flanges on the bottom of the PMF so the
PMF will be locked in place when the concrete hardens. However, do not allow concrete to
fill the center of the PMF. If necessary, partially fill the center of the PMF with sand or
gravel to prevent an inflow of concrete.
44 IN.
(111.8 CM)
72 IN.
(182.9 CM)
LEVELING
STAKES
(4 PLACES)
19615-A
2 x 6 FRAMING
FOR FORM
DIMENSIONS SHOW FINISHED
SIZE OF CONCRETE PAD
PAD MOUNT
FRAME (PMF)
FRONT
TEMPORARY
SUPPORT WIRES
(4 PLACES)