Alpha Technologies PWE-6FT - Manual (Page 19)

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2.3.1 Pedestal-mount Considerations
Alpha Technologies, Inc. cannot anticipate all of the ways a vehicle may potentially
threaten an installed system or the specific type of protection that is appropriate for a
particular location. Determining the threat to the equipment and the means of protec-
tion are the responsibility of the end user of the equipment and the authority having
jurisdiction. The following installation drawing for Alpha’s Standby Power systems are
general recommendations and not intended to be a specific guideline for protecting the
equipment. The numbers of Bollard posts (or other protection devices) depend upon
equipment locations, site surveys, traffic patterns and local codes.
2.0 Installation, continued
2.3 Pedestal and Enclosure Installation
A concrete pad must be in place prior to installing the pedestal. The installer must supply the
following materials to install the pedestal (P/N 745-677-20):
• Four (4) 1/2” anchor bolts (Hilti style-P/N 745-592-21)
• Four (4) 1/2” stainless steel washers
Required tools:
• Hammer drill • Metal punch
• 1/2” drill bit • Mallet or hammer
• 1/2” wrench • Torque wrench
• Tape measure
The following are general considerations to make prior to installing a ground-mounted enclosure:
• Do not install enclosure within 10 feet of a water sprinkler
to prevent water from entering enclosure.
• Ensure the enclosure is outside flood plain boundaries.
• Position the enclosure to prevent wind-driven snow and
drifts from blocking the vents.
• In hot climates, position the enclosure to maximize
afternoon shade.
Fig. 2-3, Bollard Post Placement
SIDEWALK
PAD
POSTS
Sprinkler
Head 10' Min.