Middle Atlantic Products Universal TechBox Series User manual

I-00772 Rev -
Thank you for purchasing a Universal TechBox™ UTB-A2-14 or UTB-HR-A2-14. Please read
these instructions thoroughly before installing or assembling this product.
PRODUCT FEATURES
THANK YOU
Universal TechBox™ Series
UTB-A2-14 and UTB-HR-A2-14
Instruction Sheet
• Convenient system protects equipment and may be mounted underneath furniture.
• Accommodates both 1 and 2 RU configurations.
• Available in full- and half-rack models.
• Lock mechanism for added security.
• Universal mounting system cutout on the bottom designed to accommodate small devices.
NOTE:
• This product is compatible with select Forward accessories.
• These instructions apply to both UTB-A2-14 (full-rack) and
UTB-HR-A2-14 (half-rack models).

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WEIGHT RATING
Model Numbers Weight Rating
UTB-A2-14 and UTB-HR-A2-14 35 lbs. (15.9 kg) Maximum Total Rated Load
WARNING: This product is intended for use only with the products and maximum weights indicated. Use with other products or
products heavier than the maximum weights indicated may result in instability causing possible injury. Total equipment weight must
not exceed 35 lbs. (15.9 kg).
AVERTISSEMENT: Cette produit est conçu pour être utilisé uniquement avec les produits et les poids maximum indiqué. unique-
ment avec les produits et les poids maximaux indiqués. En cas d'utilisation avec d'autres produits ou des produits plus lourds que
le poids maximal indiqué, le chariot peut devenir instable et causer des blessures. Le poids total de l'équipement ne doit pas
dépasser 15.9 kg (35 lbs).
SUPPLIED COMPONENTS AND HARDWARE
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: Failure to read, understand and follow the following information can result in serious personal injury, damage to the
equipment or voiding of the warranty. It is the responsibility of the Installer/User to ensure that this product is loaded according to
specifications.
WARNING: Middle Atlantic Products, Inc. electrical systems conform to and should be properly grounded in compliance with
requirements of the current National Electrical Code or codes administered by local authorities.
All electrical products may present a possible shock or fire hazard if improperly installed or used. Middle Atlantic Products, Inc.
electrical products may bear the mark of a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) and should be installed in confor-
mance with current local and/or the National Electrical Code.
WARNING: A warning alerts you to a situation that could result in serious personal injury or death.
AVERTISSEMENT: Un avertissement vous avertit d'une situation pouvant entraîner des blessures graves ou la mort.
INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANTES SUR LA SÉCURITÉ
AVERTISSEMENT:Refus de lire, comprendre et suivre la renseignements suivants peut traduire par de graves blessures, des
dommages à l'équipement ou invalider la garantie. Il est la responsabilité de l'installateur / utilisateur de s'assurer que ce produit
est chargé conformément aux spécifications.
AVERTISSEMENT: Middle Atlantic Products, Inc. électrique systèmes conformes à devraient être mis à la terre dans conformité
avec les exigences de la National actuelle ou comme les codes électrique administré par les autorités locales autorités.
Tous les produits électriques peuvent présenter un choc ou un incendie danger si elle est mal installé ou utilisé. Middle Atlantic
Products, Inc. produits électriques peuvent porter la marque d'un Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) et doit être
installé en conformité avec courant local et/ou le National Electrical Code.
• Read these instructions.
• Keep these instructions.
• Heed all warnings.
• Follow all instructions.
• Clean only with dry cloth.
• Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
• Lire ces instructions.
• Conservez ces instructions.
• Respectez tous les avertissements.
• Suivez toutes les instructions.
• Nettoyer uniquement avec un chiffon sec.
• N'utilisez que des accessoires spécifiés par le fabricant.
DANGER HAZARDOUS VOLTAGE: The lightning flash with the arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons.
DANGER TENSION DANGEREUSE: Le symbole de la pointe de flèche, dans un triangle équilatéral, est destiné à alerter l'utilisateur sur la
présence de tension dangereuse non isolée dans l'enceinte du produit qui peut être d'une ampleur suffisante pour constituer un risque d'électrocu-
tion.
TIP: You may want to provide a 19”
(482.6 mm) inward depth from the edge of
your furniture in order to provide adequate leg
clearance.
1. Use a #2 Phil. screwdriver and (2x) wood
screws (E) through slots in diagonally
opposite corners of your box top to attach the
top into into the underside of your furniture as
shown. (FIGURE C)
2. Make final positioning adjustments to your box
top while tightening the two wood screws.
FOR RACKRAIL PAIR, BOX TOP, AND BOX BOTTOM
(5x) 10-32 x 5
Studs
A
(5x)
10-32 Flange Nut
B

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SUPPLIED COMPONENTS AND HARDWARE (CONTINUED)
INSTALLING RACKRAIL AND THUMBSCREWS TO THE BOX TOP
NOTE: Decide if you’re going to configure your
Universal TechBox for a 1 RU or 2 RU assembly before
proceeding.
1. Based on 1 RU or 2 RU assembly, mount the corresponding
sized rackrail pair using (4x) studs (A) from the outside of the
box top through the smaller holes of the rackrail into (4x)
flange nuts (B) as shown. (FIGURE A)
FIGURE A
FACEPLATE LOCK
FOR RACKRAIL PAIR, BOX TOP, AND BOX BOTTOM
(4x) Key
(Model No. B399A-FD)
G
(2x)
Cylinder
F
(2x) 3/4-24
Lock Nut
H
(2x) Cam
J
(4x) 10-32 x 3/4” HTX
Security Screw
D
• #2 Phillips Screwdriver
• Hammer
• 7/8” Socket
• HTX Security Screw Bit
(Model No. TBIT, Provided)
REQUIRED TOOLS
WARNING: Use tools with caution and follow all necessary safety
protocols.
AVERTISSEMENT: Utiliser des outils avec prudence et suivre
tous les protocoles de sécurité nécessaires.
A
B
Rackrail
(1 RU Piece Shown)
Box Top
TIP: You may want to provide a 19”
(482.6 mm) inward depth from the edge of
your furniture in order to provide adequate leg
clearance.
1. Use a #2 Phil. screwdriver and (2x) wood
screws (E) through slots in diagonally
opposite corners of your box top to attach the
top into into the underside of your furniture as
shown. (FIGURE C)
2. Make final positioning adjustments to your box
top while tightening the two wood screws.
(10x) 10 x 3/4”
Phil. Pan Head
Wood Screw
E
(8x) 10-32 x 3/4”
Thumb Screw
C
(20x) Washer
NOTE: Washers included
for equipment mounting
convenience.
K

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INSTALLING RACKRAIL AND THUMBSCREWS TO THE BOX TOP (CONTINUED)
ATTACHNG THE BOX TOP TO THE UNDERSIDE OF YOUR FURNITURE
2. Use (2x per side) thumb screws (C, pictured) or security screws (D) and partially attach them
(approximately 3 full turns) on each side of the box top as shown. (FIGURE B)
NOTE: Attach thumb screws or security screws to the box top
based on your chosen 1 RU or 1 RU configuration as follows.
1 RU: Use the upper threaded holes.
2 RU: Use the lower threaded holes.
NOTE:
• Verify the thickness of your furniture can accommodate the 10 x 3/4” wood screws (E) used in this topic
before proceeding.
• Consider any seating accommodations when positioning the box top to the underside of your furniture.
TIP: You may want to provide a 19”
(482.6 mm) inward depth from the edge of
your furniture in order to provide adequate leg
clearance.
1. Use a #2 Phillips screwdriver and (2x) wood
screws (E) through slots in diagonally
opposite corners of your box top to attach the
top into into the underside of your furniture as
shown. (FIGURE C)
2. Make final positioning adjustments to your box
top while tightening the two wood screws.
FIGURE B
Box Top
C or D
Upper Threaded Holes
for 1 RU Configuration
Lower Threaded Holes
for 2 RU Configuration
Box Top
E
FIGURE C
TIP: You may want to provide a 19”
(482.6 mm) inward depth from the edge of
your furniture in order to provide adequate leg
clearance.
1. Use a #2 Phil. screwdriver and (2x) wood
screws (E) through slots in diagonally
opposite corners of your box top to attach the
top into into the underside of your furniture as
shown. (FIGURE C)
2. Make final positioning adjustments to your box
top while tightening the two wood screws.
Slot
(Shaded)

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ATTACHNG THE BOX BOTTOM TO THE BOX TOP
ATTACHNG THE BOX TOP TO THE UNDERSIDE OF YOUR FURNITURE (CONTINUED)
FOR FULL-RACK MODELS ONLY: Use (4x) additional wood screws (E) through fixed holes and slots
on the box top and into the underside of your furniture as shown. (FIGURE D)
FOR HALF-RACK MODELS ONLY: Use (2x) additional wood screws (E) through fixed holes and slots
on the box top and into the underside of your furniture.
4. Use racksrews (not provided) to install your equipment on to the rackrails.
2. Tighten all thumb screws (by hand) or security screws (using the security bit provided).
FIGURE D
Box Top
Fixed Hole
(Shaded)
Slot
(Shaded)
E
1. Move the box bottom up and backward to hook the slots on to the thumb screws (C, pictured) or
security screws (D) on each side of the box top as shown. (FIGURE E)
FIGURE E
NOTE: Carefully position installed equipment cabling through
the side openings on the both sides towards the rear of the box
top and bottom during this attachment procedure.
NOTE: Side view of box top.
NOTE: Side view of box bottom.
Box Top
Box Bottom
C or D
Side
Openings
(Shaded)
Side Openings (Shaded)

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TIP: You may want to provide a 19”
(482.6 mm) inward depth from the edge of
your furniture in order to provide adequate leg
clearance.
1. Use a #2 Phil. screwdriver and (2x) wood
screws (E) through slots in diagonally
opposite corners of your box top to attach the
top into into the underside of your furniture as
shown. (FIGURE C)
2. Make final positioning adjustments to your box
top while tightening the two wood screws.
INSTALLING THE LOCK ON THE FACEPLATE (OPTIONAL)
1. If you are using the lock, use a hammer to carefully tap out the perforated hole on the faceplate as
shown. (FIGURE F)
3. Use the key (G) to twist the lock cylinder (F) in to the
vertical position and then remove the key.
(FIGURE H)
5. Use a key to twist the lock cylinder in to the horizontal (open)
position and then attach the cam (J) to the cylinder using the lock
washer and screw as shown. (FIGURE H)
2. Insert a lock cylinder (F) with pre-installed key (G)
through the hole in the faceplate.
(FIGURE G)
4. Use a 7/8" socket and a lock nut (H) to attach the
cylider to the faceplate. (FIGURE J)
FIGURE F
NOTE: The 1 RU
faceplate
is shown.
Perforated Hole
Knockout
FIGURE H
Twist and remove key when
lock is in vertical position.
F
H
G
J
FIGURE G
F
G
FIGURE J
FIGURE K
Lock Washer
and Screw

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TIP: You may want to provide a 19”
(482.6 mm) inward depth from the edge of
your furniture in order to provide adequate leg
clearance.
1. Use a #2 Phil. screwdriver and (2x) wood
screws (E) through slots in diagonally
opposite corners of your box top to attach the
top into into the underside of your furniture as
shown. (FIGURE C)
2. Make final positioning adjustments to your box
top while tightening the two wood screws.
1. Attach the flange on the lower side of the faceplate inside the lip of the box bottom front, and then push
the faceplate into place. (FIGURE L)
ATTACHNG THE FACEPLATE TO THE BOX
FIGURE L
FACEPLATE ATTACHMENT WITHOUT THE LOCK: Use (2x) thumb screws (C) through the faceplate
and into the overlapping threads on the box bottom and top on each side of the front as shown.
(FIGURE M)
FACEPLATE ATTACHMENT WITH THE LOCK: Use a key (G) to twist the lock cylinder (F) in to the
horizontal (open) position, push the top of the faceplate into the top of the box, and then twist the key
in the lock cylinder in to the vertical (locked) position.
NOTE: When the lock is used, the (2x) thumb screws (C) may be installed, but are not necessary.
7. Install the other faceplate to the back of the box by repeating "Installing the Lock on the Faceplate
(Optional)" on page 6 and "Attachng the Faceplate to the Box" on page 7.
FIGURE M
C

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TIP: You may want to provide a 19”
(482.6 mm) inward depth from the edge of
your furniture in order to provide adequate leg
clearance.
1. Use a #2 Phil. screwdriver and (2x) wood
screws (E) through slots in diagonally
opposite corners of your box top to attach the
top into into the underside of your furniture as
shown. (FIGURE C)
2. Make final positioning adjustments to your box
top while tightening the two wood screws.