Alpha Technologies APX Series - Manual (Page 14)

14 016-030-B0-005, Rev. C
NOTE:
NOTE:
Poles are typically the property of the local utility. The utility must approve both the location and the
method used to mount the APX before installation.
Before installing the MTA, verify that all options have been installed and properly connected.
2.1.1 Wooden Poles
For wooden poles, use mounting bolts that completely penetrate the pole.
Materials Required:
Two (2) 5/8" diameter machine bolts (UNC thread) SAE Grade 5 or better, length
to suit pole
Four (4) 5/8" diameter zinc-plated fl at washers
Two (2) 5/8" diameter hex nuts (UNC thread)
Tools Required:
Auger or drill for boring 3/4" diameter holes through the wooden pole
Associated sockets or wrenches
Procedure:
Remove the APX from the shipping container and set the unit on its back (mount-
ing bracket down).
Loosen the enclosure front panel hold-down screw and tilt the cover forward.
Remove the cover by sliding it (at the hinges) to the right.
Loosen the captive screw at the bottom of the baseplate. Lift the Modular
Transformer assembly up and off of the baseplate. Set the MTA aside.
Mark the position for the upper mounting bolt on the utility pole. Drill a 3/4" hole
completely through the pole.
Using the baseplate as a template, align the upper hole in the baseplate with the
upper hole in the utility pole. Verify that the spacing between the marks is 4 1/2"
center to center. Drill the lower mounting hole.
Place a fl at washer on each bolt and insert the mounting bolts through the base-
plate assembly and pole.
Secure both bolts using a 5/8" washer and nut. Tighten nuts until the fl anges on
the baseplate mounting bracket dig into the wood approximately 1/4".
Install the Modular Transformer Assembly (MTA) onto the baseplate (see Section
2.8).
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2.0 Installation
2.1 Pole Mount Installations
The APX-PM can be mounted on wooden, steel, or concrete poles. Most local codes require
that the base of the enclosure be at a minimum height from the ground. Always verify height
restrictions before proceeding.