Westell Boxer BXB05V-A User manual

Equipment Issue A
030‐101799 Rev. A, July 2013
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WestellrBoxertBXB05V‐A Outdoor Battery Box for the Boxer 5
CONTENTS PAGE #
1. GENERAL 1....................................
2. FEATURES 2..................................
3. INSTALLATION 4...............................
4. MAINTENANCE 11.............................
5. CUSTOMER & TECHNICAL SERVICES 12........
6. WARRANTY & RETURNS 12.....................
7. SPECIFICATIONS 12............................
8. APPENDIX A- Product Views 14..................
1. GENERAL
1.1 Document Purpose
This document provides general, installation, and specifica
tion information for the WestellrBoxertBXB05V‐A
Outdoor Battery Box, shown in Figure 1. The intended audi
ence for this document is Network engineering, operations,
and installation personnel. See Table 2 for ordering informa
tion on this product and Table 3 for available orderable options
for this product. For information on the Westell Boxer outdoor
equipment cabinet typically installed with and above this battery
box (the cabinet accepts equipment designed for 19” rack‐
mounting inside it), consult the documentation shipped with
the Boxer cabinet (see Table 4 for available Boxer cabinets).
‐ NOTE ‐
Hereafter, the Westell Boxer BXB05V‐A Battery Box may be
referred to as the “battery box” and the Boxer cabinet installed
above the battery box hereafter may be referred to as the “cabinet.”
1.2 Document Status
Whenever this practice is updated, the reason will be stated in
this paragraph.
1.3 Product Purpose and Description
The Boxer 5V battery box is designed to be mounted with and
under a Boxer 5V cabinet. In this configuration, the battery box
can support up to 35 pounds of batteries. The battery box
provides an enclosed, weatherresistant, vented space for an op
tional battery backup system for the Boxer cabinet. The door
panel is grounded and can be locked and unlocked with a 216
tool or can wrench. The door also contains a hasp on the front
panel for an optional padlock. Bagged hardware shipped with
the battery box and contains the parts listed near the end of Para
graph 1.5.
Figure 1. Isometric View of Boxer Battery Box
Figure 2. Isometric Open View, Door Off
Battery Tie‐down Railing
Ground
Braid Strap
Louvered
Vents
Door Off
Latch
‐BATTERY WEIGHT NOTE ‐
This product is intended for use with batteries with a combined
weight less than 35 pounds. If heavier batteries are required, or
der and use kit BXA05V‐WH1 or BXA05V‐PM3 (see Table 3).
1.4 Product Mounting
The Boxer 5V battery box is mounted with and attached to the
bottom of a Boxer 5V cabinet. The conjoined Boxer 5V battery
box and the Boxer 5V cabinet can be installed outdoors, above
ground, on a wall, Hframe, pole or post.
SWhen mounting on a wall or H‐frame with a battery load
of less than 35 pounds, no additional kits are required.
SWhen mounting on a wall or H‐frame with a battery load
more than 35 pounds (but less than 65 pounds), order and
use the optional Wall/H‐frame mounting kit, model
BXA05V‐WH1.

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Figure 3. Batteries Mounted in the Battery Box
Bent Door Flange
Hole for Padlock
Removable door panel
1.8” Hole for
Battery Cable
Fully‐populated with batteries
Optional battery
heater pad
Hole for Door Flange
Screened
Louvered
Vents
Batteries
(Not Provided)
SWhen pole‐mounting with a battery load of less than 35
pounds, order and use the optional pole‐mounting kit,
model BXA05V‐PM2
SWhen pole‐mounting with a battery load of more than 35
pounds (but less than 65 pounds), order and use the
optional pole‐mounting kit, model BXA05V‐PM3
See Table 2 for the applicable part number for the Boxer bat
tery box covered in this document, Table 3 for other available
battery boxes, accessories, options and kits, and see Table 4 for
other available Boxer main cabinets. All mounting hardware,
structures, and surfaces must be capable of supporting the
weight of both Boxer cabinets plus the weight of any equipment
and batteries placed in them.
1.5 Product Features
The Boxer battery box is comprised of the following features
and capabilities.
SNEMA 3R
SWeather‐resistant battery box
SH‐frame, wall, and pole mounting with optional kits
SFour top‐surface holes facilitate attachment to the Boxer
cabinet mounted above it
SSecurity and access via 216 tool or can wrench
SOptional battery heater pad (model BXA05V‐HP2)
SSize = 10” (H) x 14” (W) x 15” (D)
SWeight = less than 15 pounds
SLouvered and screened side wall vents
SLockable yet detachable access panel (door)
SBraided ground cable (bonds panel to battery box)
SKit of parts, which contains the following items:
SMulti‐connector battery cable assembly
SOne battery tie‐down strap
SBag of hardware (includes screws, washers, and lock
nut(s) to attach the battery box to the cabinet)
2. FEATURE DESCRIPTIONS
This section describes the exterior and interior features of the
WestellrBoxertbattery box in more detail. Refer to Figure 3
as needed while reading this section.
2.1 Construction and Materials
The Boxer battery box is designed to be weather‐resistant for
above‐ground applications. As such, the cabinet withstands cli
matic conditions such as rain, snow, sleet, high winds, ice and
sand storms. To help meet these conditions, the exterior box
material is aluminum with powder‐coated paint.

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Figure 4. Door Lock Mechanism
Hex cup‐washer bolt
requires 216 tool or
can wrench
Cylindrical wall
extends out
from hex bolt
Padlock holes
(insertion of pad
lock prevents
access to the
hex bolt)
2.2 Battery Box Cabinet
The battery box is an enclosure with a removable door, a door
lock, side‐wall vents and vent screening, top‐wall features
(mounting holes, a cable access hole, sealing gasket, and a
ground post), rear‐wall pole‐mount‐bracket posts, and an in
terior battery tie‐down bracket.
2.2.1 Door Panel and Locking Mechanism
The battery compartment is protected by a fullsize door panel
(shown removed in Figure 3) which provides ample technician
and equipment access to the interior of the compartment. For
security, on the right side of the panel is a cylindrical‐shaped
door lock mechanism (see Figure 4), in the center of which is a
cupwasher screw which locks and unlocks with a 216 tool or can
wrench. Additional security can be achieved by inserting a pad
lock through the two padlock hasp holes provided in the door
lock mechanism, thereby preventing access to the cup‐washer
screw. Two bent flanges on the left side of the door panel allow
the panel to be firmly secured to the battery box yet offers the
flexibility of easy removal for battery loading purposes. A gasket
on the inside perimeter of the door panel abuts or makes con
tact with the outer perimeter of the compartment's opening.
When the door lock is tightened, the door panel's gasket
provides a seal with the battery box's door flange to protect the
batteries installed inside the compartment. A factory‐installed
bond strap bonds the door panel to the battery box.
Screens
for Vents
Battery
Tie‐down Rail
Figure 5. Inside View Showing Battery Tie‐down Rail
Secure provided
tie‐down strap to one
end of rail, wrap around
batteries, then tie‐down
to other end of rail
Door panel removed for visual clarity
Figure 6. Isometric Top View
Mounting hole
(1 of 4, to secure battery
box to cabinet above it)
Threaded
ground post
(front center on
top wall)
1.625” hole in
top wall for
cable access
F
igure 7. Top Battery Box Holes Match Bottom Cabinet Holes
Earth ground lug
(Remove then use vacant hole for
battery box ground post)
(See Figure 9 for an aligned view and see Figure 10 & Figure 27 for assembled and conjoined views)
2.2.2 Interior Rear‐Wall Battery Tie‐down Rail
On the rear inside wall of the battery compartment is a slotted,
full‐width, tie‐down rail used to secure batteries installed in the
battery box. The provided tie‐down strap can be anchored to
this rail then wrapped around the batteries and tightened, to
hold batteries in place.
2.2.3 Mounting Holes
Several types of mounting holes are provided in the battery
box, to facilitate a secure and stable mounting. Further mount
ing and installation details are provided in Part 3.
2.2.3.1 Top‐Wall Mounting Holes
Four small holes are provided in the top wall or ceiling of the
cabinet (see Figure 6), one near each corner. These holes
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1 of 4 posts
for attachment to
optional pole
mount bracket
Figure 8. Isometric Rear/Top View
Mounting hole (1 of 4,
to secure battery box to
cabinet above it)
Threaded
ground post
1.625” cable
access hole
Figure 7) and enable the cabinets to be joined together with the
bagged hardware provided with the battery box.
2.2.4 Cable Access Hole
Also provided in the ceiling of the battery box is a hole (1.625”
diameter, see Figure 8) for battery cable access between the
main Boxer cabinet and the battery box. The provided battery
cable is typically routed through this hole and a similar hole in
the Boxer‐5 cabinet mounted above it.
2.2.5 Ground Post
Near the front center of the battery box top wall (ceiling) is a
threaded ground post (see Figure 8) which is used to bond the
battery box with the Boxer‐5 cabinet mounted above it. When
the Boxer‐5 cabinet's exterior ground lug is removed, the lug's
vacated mounting hole is available to accept the battery box 's
top protruding ground post when the two cabinets are joined
(see Figure 7). The cabinet's ESD bracket and the copper
ground lug are then re‐installed on the inside floor of the Box
er‐5 cabinet at this post after the two cabinets are conjoined.
3. INSTALLATION
Use and follow local codes and company practices to install the
WestellrBoxertbattery box. If none exist, use the instructions
contained herein. The installation process consists of:
Sinspecting the unit for damages that may have incurred
during shipping,
Sfollowing proper safety precautions,
Sgathering all tools, materials, and equipment,
Spreparing the battery box and cabinet
Sattaching the main cabinet to the battery box,
Smounting and wiring batteries,
Stesting the backup battery system,
Sperforming cabinet housekeeping, and closing and lock
ing the cabinet.
The following paragraphs provide detailed instructions for
performing these procedures.
3.1 Inspecting the Equipment
‐ INSPECTION NOTE ‐
Visually inspect the product for damages prior to installation. If
damaged in transit, immediately report the damage to the trans
portation company and to Westell.
3.2 Following Proper Safety Precautions
The battery box should be installed only by authorized and
trained personnel. Always exercise caution and follow all safety
precautions.
‐ PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENT ‐
Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack
is specifically designed for wet locations.
Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless
the telephone line has been disconnected at the network
interface.
Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
Important Safety Instructions (Please Save)
When using your telephone/telecommunications equipment,
follow basic safety instructions to reduce the risk of fire, elec
tric shock, and injury to person(s), including the following:
A. Read and understand all instructions.
B. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on product.
C. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table:
the product may fall, causing serious damage to product.
D. Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation.
To protect it from overheating, these openings must not be
blocked or covered. This product should never be placed
near or over a radiator or heat register. This product should
not be placed in a built‐in installation unless proper ventila
tion is provided.
E. Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabi
net slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short
out parts that could result in the risk of fire or electrical
shock. Never spill liquids of any kind on the product.
F. This product should be operated only from the type of power
source indicated on the marking label.
3.3 Selecting and Preparing the Mounting Type
and Site (Pre‐Mounting Considerations)
3.3.1 The Boxer battery box is mounted below a Boxer cabi
net (either indoors or outdoors) on an H‐frame, a wall, a pole or
a large post. The mounting surface, the support framework, as
well as the hardware used to mount the enclosure all must be ca
pable of supporting the weight of the both the battery box and
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teries mounted in them. A one‐man lift and mounting is
possible, however, always mount the cabinet per company prac
tice. Run all cables to the mounting location, and perform any
trenching, trench cable placements, and backfilling prior to mount
ing the cabinet.
3.3.2 Mount Boxer in a location with an adequate earth
ground and power access, with unobstructed cabinet access, and
which insures the best lighting, ventilation, heat dissipation, and
equipment access. Verify sufficient space exists to remove the
door panels, to access and mount the cabinet, and to adequately
install, access, prepare, and dress all cables and batteries. Ade
quate horizontal and vertical space should be be left between
any multiple installations to allow for cabinet opening, panel re
moval, equipment access, and cable routings and preparations.
Follow company practice for the proper distance from the cable
entry point or from upstream or downstream equipment.
3.4 Gathering all Tools and Equipment
The following tools and supplies are not provided are either re
quired or optional equipment to mount the Boxer battery box.
Panel Opening/Locking Tools
V7/16” can wrench or 216 tool
VPadlock (optional)
Cabinet Mounting Tools, Equipment, and Hardware
VTa p e m e a s u r e
VMarking utensil (to mark mounting hole locations)
VLevel (optional)
VPower or hand drill with assorted bits
VSocket driver and sockets, or wrenches
VMounting hardware
VOptional wall/H‐Frame mount kit
VOptional pole‐mount kits
VOutdoor site preparation tools
VSafety gloves and glasses (optional)
VPower lift equipment (optional)
VAppropriate ground wire and equipment
Cable Preparation Tools and Equipment
VProper lengths, sizes, types, and quantities of conduit,
connectors, fittings, and ductwork of choice
VProper lengths and types of communications cables
VProper lengths and types of power cables and fittings
VCable opening and preparation tools
VCable management supplies (ties, clips, markers, etc.)
VPower installation and testing equipment
Other
VBatteries of choice
VOptional battery heater pad (A90‐BXA05V‐HP2)
‐ BATTERY NOTE ‐
Always install batteries after the battery box is mounted.
‐ WEIGHT NOTE ‐
The mounting surface, structure, and hardware must be able to
support the cabinet and the weight of the combined Boxer system
(cabinets and equipment mounted in them). The total Boxer bat
tery box weight is 50 pounds: 15 pounds (empty battery box) plus
35 pounds of batteries installed in it (max). Depending upon the
specific boxer model used, the Boxer cabinet weight, including
equipment, may be up to 47 pounds (max). Thus, the maximum
combined equipment and Boxer system weight is 97 pounds.
3.5 Installing the Battery Box
The battery box is attached to the bottom of a Boxer cabinet,
then the conjoined units are typically mounted on either a wall,
an H‐frame, or pole (with an optional pole‐mount kit). See the
joined units in Figure 10. Hardware to secure the two cabinets
together is included. For any mounting type, prepare the site by
verifying all ground, power, and communications cables are
present at or near the installation site.
3.5.1 Removing Knock‐outs in the Top Cabinet
Regardless of the mounting type, prior to mounting and joining
the cabinets together, remove knock‐outs where communica
tion, power, and ground cable access holes will be needed in the
main Boxer cabinet to be installed above the battery box.
There are four 0.30” diameter knock‐outs in the floor of the
Boxer cabinet where the battery box attaches to the cabinet
(hole patterns of both units match). Remove these small
knock‐outs (see Paragraph 3.5.1 and the KNOCK‐OUT NOTE
therein)prior to joining and mounting the cabinets. Verify all
other needed knock‐outs are removed in the cabinet where
cable access holes will be desired, including the knock‐out for
the battery cable, if not already removed.
‐ KNOCK‐OUT REMOVAL NOTE ‐
Always remove knock‐outs (in the Boxer cabinet mounted
above the battery box) where holes are desired before mounting
the battery box or cabinet, regardless of the type of knock‐out and
regardless of the order of the mounting steps. All knock‐outs
should be knocked out from the inside of the cabinet, except for
the small 0.3” knock‐outs (which should be knocked out from
the outside of the cabinet) or the concentric knock‐outs.
3.5.2 Install Fittings/Adapters/Grommets in Holes
After removing the knock‐outs and before joining the cabinets, for
best maneuverability and access, install any company approved and
field‐provided grommets or hardware such as conduit fittings, ad
apters, couplers, etc., in any cable access knock‐out holes.
3.5.3 Joining the Boxer Cabinet and the Battery Box
Regardless of the mounting type, attach the main Boxer cabi
net to the battery box prior to mounting or installing the
conjoined units. To join the units, follow the steps below:
1. Open and prepare both Boxer units. Open the door of the
main Boxer cabinet and open and remove the door panel
of the battery box for easier handling and mounting hole
access.

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Figure 9. Joining the Boxer Cabinets
Figure 10. Conjoined Boxer Cabinet and Battery Box
Open the
cabinet door
to access
bottom floor
mounting
holes
Boxer‐5 Main Cabinet mounted
on the Battery Box
Set the cabinet on
top of the battery
box, align holes, in
stall hardware
Also remove
the cabinet's
ground lug*
and bolt/nut
(re‐install in
side the main
cabinet after
joining the
cabinets)
Closed Open
Join
cabinets
prior to
wall, pole,
post, or
H‐frame
mounting
Use hardware
included with
the battery
box to join
the cabinets
Always
remove
knock‐outs
prior to
mounting
Approx.
5”
*Move ground
lug to cabinet's
interior ground
plate
2. Locate and open parts/hardware kit. Find the bag of hard
ware and parts located inside the battery box. Open the
bag and spread out the parts for easy access.
3. Remove knock‐outs in the Boxer cabinet. If not already
done, remove any required knock‐outs in the cabinet (see
Paragraph 3.5.1 and the KNOCK‐OUT NOTE at this time).
4. Remove the exterior copper ground lug (and ESD jack).
Remove the ground lug and the nut that secures it located
on the exterior bottom of the main Boxer‐5 cabinet. This
lug will be re‐installed on the inside of the cabinet, so place
it on the inside floor of the main Boxer cabinet for later re
trieval and use. Note that the ESD jack bracket located
inside the cabinet on top of the ground plate will use the
same ground post as the copper ground lug. It will be re‐in
stalled in a later step.
5. Set cabinet on battery box. Lift the Boxer cabinet and place
it on top of the battery box (see Figure 9 and Figure 10).
Slide the cabinet to align the four holes in the top surface
of the battery box with the matching holes in the bottom
of the Boxer cabinet.
6. Attach cabinet to battery box. After aligning all holes, se
cure the units together by inserting (from the inside of the
Boxer‐5 main cabinet), threading and then tightening a
bolt (plus a washer) through the four sets of aligned holes.
A washer followed by a nut should be installed around the
four bolts protruding through the inside top wall of the
battery box. The cabinet joining hardware is provided with
the battery box.
7. Re‐install the ESD jack bracket and ground lug. Re‐install
the ESD jack bracket and the ground lug on the interior
bottom of the main Boxer‐5 cabinet at the ground plate
where the battery box ground post protrudes through the
bottom of the main cabinet. First place the ESD bracket
on the ground plate, then the ground lug, then secure both
with the hex nut.
3.5.4 Mounting on an H‐Frame
Follow the steps below to mount the conjoined Boxer battery
box and main cabinet on an H‐frame. See Figure 11 for an H‐
frame mounting drawing. When the combined battery weight is
greater than 35 pounds (but less than 65 pounds), and H‐frame
mounting is desired, order and use the A90‐BXA05V‐WH1 H‐
Frame mounting kit.
1. Locate and open H‐Frame mounting kit. Unpack and
spread out the contents of the H‐Frame mounting kit.
2. Prepare and join both Boxer units. If not already done,
perform the steps in Paragraph 3.5.3 to open both Boxer
units, to locate the bag of hardware in the battery box, to
remove knock‐outs and ground lug, and to join the cabinet
to the battery box.
3. Determine and set heights of H‐frame rails. Per company
practice and application, determine then set the heights
and positions of both H‐Frame rails. The vertical distance
between the mounting holes in the top and bottom rails should
be 26.4”.
4. Place sliding nuts in position in the H‐frame rails. Slide
two H‐frame sliding nuts in both the top and bottom H‐
frame rails in the approximate desired mounting hole
locations.
5. Attach top of cabinet to upper H‐frame rail. An assisted or
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Figure 11. H‐Frame Mounting
H‐frame Sliding Nut
(compress spring
and slide nut into
ends of rails)
Bolt
Washer
Pole or post
H‐frame Rail
or Channel
H‐frame Sliding Nut
(slide nut into end of rail,
see DETAIL A)
DETAIL A
The vertical distance between the
mounting holes in the top and
bottom rails should be 26.4”.
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Mount (and secure)
Boxer system to
H‐frame
At cabinet's bottom
mounting bracket,
install two sets of
H‐frame hardware
(slide nut into end of
rail, see DETAIL A,
and insert and
tighten bolts)
Mount and secure the
cabinet to the top of the
battery box. See steps
in Paragraph 3.5.3
26.4”
between
H‐Frame
rail centers
 
et and battery box, align the top cabinet mounting holes
with the holes in the sliding nuts in the top H‐frame rail,
and insert the bolts (two recommended) through the
aligned holes. Continue to hold the conjoined Boxer units,
align the lower mounting rail sliding nuts with the mount
ing holes in the cabinet's lower mounting bracket, then
insert and thread two bolts into the sliding nuts. Firmly
tighten all bolts.
6. Test installation firmness. Test the installation by attempt
ing to move or wiggle the conjoined Boxer units. Correct
any looseness and fully tighten all hardware.
7. Determine next step. Skip to Paragraph3.6 and 3.7 to make
ground connections and battery connections.
‐ WALL MOUNTING NOTE ‐
The wall and the mounting hardware must be able to support the
combined weight of both the battery box (and all batteries) and
the Boxer cabinet (and all equipment installed in it).
3.5.5 Mounting on a Wall
Follow the steps below to mount the conjoined battery box and
a Boxer main cabinet to a wall using the mounting brackets at
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Figure 12. Wall Mounting
Approved wall
Secure conjoined
Boxer system to
wall as shown at left
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Ë
26.4”
between
mount
ing ear
hole
centers
be able to support the weight of both the main Boxer cabinet
and all equipment mounted in it plus the battery box and all bat
teries mounted in it (approximately 97 pounds total). For a
battery load greater than 35 pounds (but less than 65 pounds),
use the wall‐mount kit BXB05V‐WH1.
1. Find best wall position. Per company practice and applica
tion, determine the best mounting height and position for
the conjoined cabinet and battery box on the wall. Verify
this location meets all cabinet spacing requirements.
2. Prepare and join both Boxer units. If not already done,
perform the steps in Paragraph 3.5.3 to open both Boxer
units, to locate the bag of hardware in the battery box, to
remove knock‐outs, and to join the Boxer cabinet to the
battery box.
3. Prepare the wall mounting hardware. Bring the appropri
ate wall‐mounting hardware to the installation site. In
addition to the wall structure and surface, the hardware
must be capable of supporting the weight of both cabinets
plus the weight of their internal equipment and batteries.
4. Mark mounting hole locations on the wall. Lift the con
joined Boxer units, level it, and mark all the mounting hole
locations on the wall. Mark a minimum of two holes on the
top and on the bottom (each).
5. Drill mounting holes. Drill appropriately‐sized pilot holes
(smaller than the width and depth of the mounting bolts,
screws or fasteners) into the wall at all marked hole sites.
Do not drill the holes too large.
6. Partially install top mounting bolts. Ve r i f y th e he a d of th e
top mounting bolts will fit through the keyhole‐shaped
mounting holes in the top mounting flange of the Boxer
cabinet. Install the top, approved, mounting bolts into the
predrilled holes in the wall. Use washers if necessary. Leave
approximately 1/4” of the bolt protruding from the wall.
7. Lift and place conjoined Boxer system against the wall.
Lift the unified Boxer system, align the top mounting key
holes in the Boxer cabinet with the bolts protruding from
the wall, and hang the Boxer system on the bolts, but con
tinue to hold it until all mounting bolts are fully installed.
8. Drive top mounting bolts. Fully tighten the top mounting
bolts, but continue to manually hold the Boxer system
against the wall during the next step.
9. Install bottom mounting bolts. Install the bottom, ap
proved, mounting bolts into the predrilled holes in the
wall. Use washers if necessary. Fully drive and tighten the
bolts into the wall.
10. Test installation firmness, release hold if secure. Te s t t h e
installation by attempting to move or wiggle the cabinet,
battery box, and shelf. Again fully tighten all mounting
hardware. Manually release any holding of the system af
ter all mounting hardware proves to be secure.
11. Determine next step, or close up cabinet and clean the site.
Proceed to Paragraph 3.6 or 3.7 to make ground connec
tions or to make battery connections.
3.5.6 Mounting on a Pole
When pole mounting is preferred, order and use the optional
BXB05V‐PM2 (when the battery load is less than 35 pounds)
or the BXB05V‐PM3 (when the battery load is greater than 35
pounds). See Table 3 for ordering information.
‐ NOTE ‐
Always follow local safety precautions and standard operating
procedures for grounding the equipment when installing, up
grading, repairing or maintaining equipment. Any instructions or
information contained herein is subordinate to local codes, oper
ating procedures or practices.
3.6 Making Ground Connections
Ground lug location. A threaded ground post is provided on
the top of the battery box, near the front center, as shown in
Figure 13. A copper ground lug that accommodates a #6 to
#14 gauge wire is provided with the main Boxer cabinet. The lug
is located on the outside of the cabinet when shipped, and the
installer moves it to the inside of the cabinet, as shown in
Figure 15, when a battery box is attached. See Paragraph 3.5.3
for steps to join the cabinets and to transfer the exterior ground
lug to the inside ground plate.
Connecting Earth ground. After the battery box is joined with
the main Boxer cabinet, an external earth ground should be
brought into the main Boxer cabinet to make earth ground con
nection to the ground lug located on the ground plate inside the
main Boxer cabinet. The ground cable should be brought into
the main cabinet via one of the knock‐out holes in the bottom
of the cabinet. This is explained in the steps below.
1. Install a ground lug inside the Boxer main cabinet. If not
already performed, see the steps in Paragraph 3.5.3 to
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Figure 13. Isometric Top View
Threaded
ground post
(front center on
top wall)
1.625” hole in top
wall for battery
cable access
Figure 14. External Ground Lug on Main Cabinet
Earth
ground lug
Figure 15. Ground Plate Location in Main Cabinet
Ground
Plate
ESD Jack
(under ground lug)
Multiple sets of posts for
cable/equipment bonding
Ground lug location
(on top of ESD bracket)
after attaching the
battery box
lug (shown in Figure 14) to the interior ground plate in
side of the main cabinet (Figure 15) when joining the two
cabinets.
2. Prepare earth ground cable entry hole. If not already per
formed, remove a grommet for the earth ground cable
entry and install any fitting, adapter or grommet in the
hole, per company practice. See Paragraph 3.5.1 through
3.5.3 for more details.
3. Route earth ground wire to main Boxer cabinet ground
plate. Run an earth ground cable (#6 to #14 gauge wire )
into the main Boxer cabinet, up through the prepared
knock‐out in the floor of the main cabinet, and over to the
ground lug installed on the ground plate of the main Boxer
cabinet.
4. Seal the earth ground entrance hole. Depending on the
type of fitting or grommet used, it may be necessary to seal
the ground wire entrance hole, as stated in the note below.
‐ NOTE ‐
To improve the integrity of the cable entry seals when rubber
grommets are used, a water‐proof foam or silicone sealant
should be used on the interior side of the cabinet, around the ex
posed grommet and cable entry.
3.7 Making Battery Connections
To make battery connections in the battery box, a battery heat
er pad (optional), the batteries, a battery tie‐down strap, and
battery cable must be installed. The paragraphs below provide
a description of these procedures.
3.7.1 Installing an Optional Heater Pad
A optional battery heater pad, Model BXA05V‐HP2, if
ordered, should be installed in the battery box prior to mount
ing the batteries. Unpack and unroll the heater pad. Place the
heater pad on the floor of the battery compartment
(Figure 18), connector cable side up, and connector end near
the right wall. Spread out the pad to cover the entire compart
ment floor. Connect the heater pad's connector to the battery
cable (Connector C in Figure 17) in Paragraph 3.7.2 after the
battery cable is installed.
3.7.2 Installing the Battery Cable
A special battery cable (Figure 17) is shipped with the battery
box, to facilitate backup battery connections. The battery end
of this cable contains 4 connectors (shown as connectors A, B,
C, D in Figure 17), which are connected to the batteries and the
battery heater pad in the battery box. The power end of the
cable also contains 4 connectors (shown as connectors E, F, G,
and H in Figure 17), which are connected to AC and DC power
connectors in the main cabinet above the battery box. The
middle of the cable contains a special grommet (fitting with a
threaded coupler and lock nut) which is installed in the hole at
the bottom of the Boxer main cabinet. Follow the steps below
to connect the battery cable.
1. Locate battery cable. Find the battery cable located inside
the bag of parts shipped with the battery box, and remove

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Figure 16. Optional BXA05V‐HP2 Battery Heater Pad
Heater Pad, cable side up
Pad
connector
cable
Right wall
Insert pad into battery box
is near the right
wall of the battery box
so that the cable
it from its protective wrapping. Note the special water
proof grommet and nut in the middle area of the cable.
2. Remove knock‐out in main Boxer cabinet. If not already re
moved, locate the main cabinet's bottom knock‐out that is
provided for the battery cable and remove the knock‐out.
3. Remove nut from battery cable's middle grommet. Un
screw and remove the lock nut from the threaded end of
the special grommet in the middle of the battery cable.
4. Route power end of cable into the the main Boxer cabinet.
Starting inside the battery box, route the Power or main
cabinet end of the cable (with the E, F, G, and H power con
nectors) up through the previously removed grommet lock
nut installed in the knock‐out hole in the cabinet, and into
the main boxer cabinet. Pull the battery cable up until the
special grommet in the middle of the cable abuts the hole
edges and the threaded part protrudes into the main cabinet.
5. Secure cable's middle grommet in the knock‐out hole.
Press and hold the cable's special grommet against the
knock‐out hole and screw the threaded lock nut back onto
the threaded part of the grommet. Fully tighten the nut.
6. Install optional battery heater pad. Install the optional
battery heater pad (Figure 16) at this time, if not previ
ously installed (see Paragraph 3.7.1). Verify the
cable/connector end of the pad faces right (closest to the
hole for the battery cable in the battery box ceiling).
7. Connect heater pad to battery cable. Locate the connector
at the end of the heater pad cable and connect it to Con
nector C of the battery cable.
8. Connect AC plug to AC duplex outlet in main cabinet. In
the main cabinet, insert the battery cable's AC plug (Con
nector E) into the AC duplex outlet at the bottom of the
cabinet.
9. Connect temperature sensor probe connector to battery
charger. Locate connector F of the battery cable and con
nect it to the appropriate connector of the battery charger
in the cabinet.
3.7.3 Pre‐installing the Battery Tie‐down Strap
Before placing the batteries in the battery box, first place,
fasten, or secure the provided battery strap to the rear wall tie‐
down railing. The strap may be passed through the length of the
rear wall railing, then the strap ends/connectors can be pulled
outside of the cabinet through the door, to be connected and
tightened after the batteries are installed.
3.7.4 Installing the Batteries
Before battery installation, first install the battery cable by per
forming the steps in Paragraph 3.7.2, and the optional heater
pad (see Paragraph 3.7.1 and Figure 16), then install the bat
Figure 17. Battery Cable
AC plug
DC Power, Red, Positive lead
(to +V on battery charger)
DC Power, Black, Negative
lead (to ‐V on battery charger)
Lock nut
Waterproof Grommet
(special plastic fitting
with threaded coupler)
Battery quick‐
disconnect Temperature
sensor probe
connector
Battery heater
pad connector
Temperature sensor probe connector
Battery ring
connectors
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
main Boxer cabinet
Battery End of Cable
to
Battery Compartment
Power End of Cable
to

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Figure 18. Placing Batteries in Battery Compartment
Tie-down
After batteries are installed,
fasten them down using the
provided tie-down strap
railing
Battery heater pad (optional)
(Place in battery compartment
before batteries)
Pad
connector
cable
BATTERIES OUT BATTERIES IN
(route strap around tie-down
bracket on rear wall prior
to inserting batteries)
teries, per company practice or per the steps below. The total
battery weight should not exceed 35 pounds. If heavier batter
ies are needed, order and use either the BXB05V‐PM3 or the
BXB05V‐WH1 kits. See the drawings at the end of this docu
ment in Appendix A for battery box dimensions.
1. Select batteries. Select the appropriate size and type of
batteries per company practice and per the equipment re
quirements.
2. Install the optional battery heater pad. If not already in
stalled, install the optional battery heater pad. See
Paragraph 3.7.1.
3. Install the battery retainer strap. If not already installed,
pre‐install the provided battery strap. See Paragraph 3.7.3.
4. Place batteries in the battery compartment. Gently place
the batteries in the battery compartment, on top of the op
tional installed heater pad. Press the batteries up against
the left and rear compartment walls. Do not place a battery
on the heater pad cable or connector, to avoid possible
cable damage.
5. Secure the batteries to the battery box. Connect the ends
of the pre‐installed (see Paragraph 3.7.3) battery strap to
gether and tighten the strap, to snug the batteries up
against the rear wall of the compartment. Examine the
strap to verify there is no strap kinking, binding, or slack.
Verify the optional battery heater pad is still lying flat and
not kinked or wrinkled after tightening the batteries, and
verify the batteries are not compressing the heater pad's
cable or connector.
6. Jumper the batteries together. Jumper the batteries to
gether, per company practice.
7. Connect battery cable connectors to batteries. In the bat
tery box, locate Connectors A and B of the battery cable
(see Figure 17) and connect them to the proper battery
terminals, per company practice.
8. Make battery compartment temperature sensor connec
tions. Locate the battery box's temperature sensor cable
(install it if not pre‐installed with the batteries) and con
nect it to Connector D of the battery cable.
9. Connect DC leads to screw terminals of battery charger
(user provided). Locate the battery cable's DC leads (G
and H in Figure 17) and connect them to the screw termi
nals of the battery charger's DC screw terminal strip, per
company practice. Connect the red positive lead to the +V
screw terminal, and connect the black negative lead to the
‐V terminal.
3.8 Testing the Battery Box Connections
Perform system power‐up per company practice or per the in
structions in the main Boxer cabinet documentation. If trouble
is encountered, verify all battery cable connections are secure
and tight and have good contact or connection.
3.9 Closing and Locking the Cabinets
Upon completion, the installer should replace the door panel
of the battery box then lock the battery box by turning the latch
then tightening the cup‐washer screw with a can wrench or 216
tool. The main Boxer cabinet should also be locked in similar
fashion. Both cabinets can additionally be secured with a pad
lock (customer supplied) via a hole provided in the provided
cylindrical locking mechanism. Pick up any tools and materials
at the installation site, and clean the site of any trash or debris.
4. MAINTENANCE
‐ CAUTION ‐
To avoid electrical shock, turn off any DC or AC power feeds
before servicing the unit.
4.1 Replacing the Battery Cable
If the battery cable is not working properly, it can be replaced
by disconnecting it and installing a new one. See Table 4 for or

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Figure 19. Clean the Air Intake/Exhaust Vents or Louvers
Remove any debris
from all vents
dering information. Always disconnect power at the source
before removing the battery cable.
4.2 Inspection and Debris Removal
WestellrBoxertbattery box components are maintenance‐
free, however, at least once every six months, inspect Boxer to
remove any debris from the vents or louvers (Figure 19). This
facilitates proper operation of the cabinet and battery box and
allows unobstructed air flow.
5. CUSTOMER & TECHNICAL SERVICES
5.1 Customer Service & Technical Assistance
If technical or customer assistance is required, contact Westell
by calling or using one of the following options:
Voice: (800) 377‐8766
email: [email protected]
For additional information about Westell, visit the Westell
World Wide Web site at http://www.Westell.com.
5.2 Part Numbers
This equipment is identified by a part number
(A90‐BXB05V‐A), which consists of three parts: the equip
ment issue letter (A), the assembly type (90), and the model
number (BXB05V‐A). Each time a change is made to the prod
uct which changes the form, fit, or function of the product, the
issue letter is incremented by one. Be sure to indicate the issue
level as well as the model number when making inquiries about
the equipment.
Physical Feature U.S. Metric
Height 10 in. 25.40 cm
Width (including vents) 14.25 in. 36.20 cm
Depth 15.00 in. 38.10 cm
Weight (empty, approx.) 15 lbs. 6.81 kg
Weight Load (Max.)* 35 lbs. 15.89 kg
Outside Operating Temp. ‐40°to 115°F ‐40°to 46°C
Internal cabinet Temp. ‐40°to 149°F ‐40°to 65°C
Humidity 0 to 95% (non‐condensing)
* Total weight of the battery box + batteries + conjoined Boxer‐5 cabinet and equipment
mounted in it should not exceed 97 pounds.
Table 1. Boxer Battery Box Physical Specifications
6. WARRANTY & RETURNS
6.1 Warranty
Westell warrants this product to be defect‐free at shipment time.
Westell also warrants this product to be fully functional for the
time period specified by the terms and conditions governing the
sale of the product. Equipment repairs/modification attempts
by an unauthorized person will void the warranty.
6.2 Return and Replacement Policy
Westell will repair or replace any defective Westell equipment
without cost during the warranty period if the unit is defective
for any reason other than abuse, improper use, or improper
installation. To return defective equipment, first request a Re
turn Material Authorization (RMA) number from Westell by
calling or using one of the options shown below. Once an RMA
number is obtained, return the defective unit (freight prepaid),
along with a brief problem description, to the address we will
provide to you when you contact us.
Voice: (630) 375‐4211
email: [email protected]
Replacements will be shipped in the fastest manner consistent
with the urgency of the situation. Westell will continue to repair
or replace faulty equipment beyond the warranty period for a
nominal charge. Contact Westell for details.
7. SPECIFICATIONS
7.1 Ordering Specifications
To order units, call the telephone number shown in Paragraph
5.1 and specify a specific model number shown in Table 3 and/
or Table 4.
7.2 Regulatory/Agency Specifications
The WestellrBoxertbattery box is designed to meet the fol
lowing regulatory, safety, or environmental specifications:
SNEMA 3R
7.3 Physical Specifications
The physical specifications are shown in Table 1.

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Boxer‐5 Battery Box And Mounting Kits Ordering Information
A90‐BXB05V‐A Boxer™ battery box, single full‐size lockable door, built‐in battery tie‐down railing and louvered screened vents, battery
cable access hole, and a bag of parts with hardware, a specialized battery cable, and a battery tie‐down strap.
A90‐BXA05V‐PM2 Pole mount kit for battery load < 35 pounds: for Boxer‐5 main cabinet + Boxer‐5 battery box
A90‐BXA05V‐PM3 Pole mount kit for battery load > 35 pounds (and <65 pounds): for Boxer‐5 main cabinet + Boxer‐5 battery box
A90‐BXA05V‐WH1 Wall/H‐Frame mount kit for battery load > 35 lbs (and <65 pounds): for Boxer‐5 main cabinet + Boxer‐5 battery box
A90‐BXA05VHP2 Battery heater pad for Boxer‐5 battery box
Table 2. Boxer‐5 Battery Box Part Number
Additional Battery Boxes, Kits, and Options
Type Part Number Description Supported Models
Boxer 5 Boxer 10 Boxer 16 Boxer 20 Boxer 30
Additional
Battery Boxes
& Skirts
A90‐BXB19‐A Battery box standard n n n n
A90‐BXB19‐B Battery box with heater pad n n n n
A90‐BXB19‐D Battery box wide for Boxer with SideCar n n n n
A90‐BXS19‐14 Skirt box for boxer, 14” high n n n n
Accessories
A90‐BXA‐PM03 Pole mount kit: main cabinet + std battery box n
A90‐BXA‐PM02 Pole mount kit: main cabinet n n n
A90‐BXA‐PM05 Pole mount kit: main cabinet + standard & wide
battery box n n n
A90‐BXA‐WH01 Wall/H‐frame mount kit: main cabinet + stand
ard & wide battery box n n n n
A90‐BXA‐HP01 Battery heater pad n n n n
A90‐BXA‐PT1 Pad mount template: standard battery box n n n n
A90‐BXA‐PT2 Pad mount template: wide battery box n n n n
A90‐BXA‐CK01 Coupler kit (2) ½”, (2) ¾”, (4) 2” n n n n n
Table 3. Orderable Options,Kits, Accessories and Other Battery Boxes
Cabinets - Other Boxer Family Outdoor Cabinets
Series Description Cooling Power Part Number
Boxer 5
(5‐RU 19” tall* rack) Main Cabinet
Passive cooling N/A A90‐BXM05V19‐NMT
150W fan‐cooled, always‐on -48VDC A90‐BXM05V19‐NAF
200W heat exchanger, always‐on -48VDC A90‐BXM05V19‐2HE
200W heat exchanger, temp‐controlled +24 or -48VDC A90‐BXM05V19‐2HE3
Boxer 10
(10‐RU 19” wide rack)
Main Cabinet
Passive cooling N/A A90‐BXM1019‐NMT
400W heat exchanger, always‐on -48VDC A90‐BXM1019‐NHE
+24VDC A90‐BXM1019‐NHE2
400W heat exchanger, temp‐controlled +24 or -48VDC A90‐BXM1019‐NHE3
600W fan‐cooled, always‐on, customer access door -48VDC A90‐BXM1019‐CAF
+24VDC A90‐BXM1019‐CAF2
Main Cabinet+SideCar+Battery Box 400W heat exchanger, always‐on -48VDC A90‐BXSC1019‐4H
Boxer 16
(16‐RU 19” wide rack)
Main Cabinet
400W heat exchanger, always‐on -48VDC A90‐BXM1619‐4HE
700W heat exchanger, temp‐controlled -48VDC A90‐BXM1619‐7HE
4K BTU air conditioner, temp‐controlled 120VAC A90‐BXM1619‐4KAC
Main Cabinet+SideCar+Battery Box 400W heat exchanger, always‐on -48VDC A90‐BXSC1619‐4H
Boxer 20
(20‐RU 19” wide rack)
Main Cabinet 400W heat exchanger, always‐on -48VDC A90‐BXM2019‐4HE
400W heat exchanger, temp‐controlled +24 or -48VDC A90‐BXM2019‐4HE3
Main Cabinet+SideCar+Battery Box 400W heat exchanger, always‐on -48VDC A90‐BXSC2019‐4H
Boxer 30
(30‐RU 19” wide rack)
Main Cabinet 1000W heat exchanger, temp‐controlled -48VDC A90‐BXM3019‐10HE
Main Cabinet+SideCar+Battery Box A90‐BXSC3019‐10H
* In the Boxer 5 cabinet, the 19” wide rack is vertical (rotated 90 degrees, with channels at top and bottom).
Table 4. Main Boxer Cabinets Ordering Information

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Appendix A - Product Views
Figure 20. Front View of Battery Box
14.25”
10.2”
Figure 21. Rear View of Battery Box
11.7”
7.85”
14”
Figure 22. Front View of Battery Box, Door Removed
Stud/ost for mounting with
optional pole mount kit (1 of 4)

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Figure 23. Right Side Boxer Battery Box
13.425”
0.74”
Figure 24. Left Side Boxer Battery Box
15.00”
Figure 25. Top View, Battery Box Figure 26. Bottom View, Battery Box
1.625” diameter
(1 place)
Ground post
0.3” diameter
(4 places)

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Figure 27. Front View of Conjoined Boxer
Cabinet and Battery Box
14.1”
36.2”
33.1”
10.0”
Figure 28. Side View of Conjoined Boxer
Cabinet and Battery Box
20.4”
15.0”