CommScope 864 FDH RESKIN KIT User manual

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Contents
Installation Instructions
TC-1504-IP
Rev. A
TC-1504-IP
Rev A, July 2021
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864 FDH RESKIN KIT (DRAFT 6)
1 General product information
This installation instruction document describes the re-skin operation of the 864 cabinet. Images in this
manual are for reference only.
2 General safety precautions
2.1 Fiber optic cables may be damaged if bent or curved to a radius that is less than the recommended minimum
 bendradius.Alwaysobservetherecommendedbendradiuslimitwheninstallingberopticcablesandpatch
cords.
2.2 Exposure to laser radiation can seriously damage the retina of the eye. Do not look into the ends of any optical
 ber.Donotassumethelaserpoweristurnedoorthattheberisdisconnectedattheotherend.
3 Kit Content
- Cabinet shell including center post and locate panel
- Isolation Pad
- Designation labels
4 Product image
864 FDH 3000 Cabinet
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2 General safety precautions������������������������������������������������� 1
3 Kit content���������������������������������������������������������������������������� 1
4 Product image���������������������������������������������������������������������� 1
5 Remove damaged cabinet �������������������������������������������������� 2
6 Install new cabinet shell ����������������������������������������������������� 5
7 Trademarks and patents ���������������������������������������������������� 8
8 Contact information������������������������������������������������������������ 8

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5 Remove damaged cabinet
5.1 Open FDH with can wrench.
Cabinet - Doors Closed Cabinet - Doors Open
5.2 Inspect the internal parts of the FDH. The swing frames need to be in good condition.
Check Condition of Swing Frames and Center Post Tool List
Note: If the riser is damaged a new riser kit will need to be ordered separately.
Tools required for installation:
- 5/32” Hex Head Bit
- 9/16” Socket Wrench
- 3/8” Socket Wrench
- Can Wrench
- Large Phillips Screwdriver
5.3 Remove front hex head screws. Note: Retain all mounting hardware and ground wires for later re-use.
Hardware Removal on Front Side

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5.4 Remove the rear attachment plates. (6 Pictures)
Hardware Removal on Rear Side LHS Rear Plate Removal
LHS Rear Plate Removal LHS Rear Plate Removal
RHS Rear Plate Removal RHS Rear Plate Removal
5.5 Remove ground straps from cables and ground locate panel. (2 Pictures)
Cable Ground Strap Locate Panel Ground Strap

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5.6 Remove swing frame stops from cabinet shell. (2 Pictures)
Upper Rear Swing Frame Stops Lower Swing Frame Door Stop
5.7 Remove bolts from base of cabinet shell. There are 4 bolts under the RHS swing frame and 4 bolts under the LHS
swing frame.
Cabinet Shell Bolt Removal
5.8 Remove the screws holding the central post to the FDH shell. (2 Pictures)
Top Center Post Hardware Removal Bottom Center Post Hardware Removal

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5.9 Apply tape to the swing frame latches to keep them in the open position.
Tape on Swing Frame Latch
5.10 Remove the damaged cabinet shell by moving it toward the front and away from the swing frames. (2 Pictures).
Cabinet Shell Removal Cabinet Shell Moved Away from
Swing Frames and Center Post
5.11 Support the swing frames using wood blocks
Swing Frame Support