CommScope BOSTM BrightPath Optical Solutions - Manual (Page 13)

Cable and components storage and handling
Cable storage
While both the cable and fiber optic cable in conduit (FOCIC) are built to work in buried environments, they should be
stored in a covered location where the temperature range is no greater than -40° F to +158° F (-40° C to +70° C).
Reels are shipped on pallets and should remain on them until ready to install.
Moving reels
Unpalleted reels can be moved by rolling on their flanges or with a forklift. An arrow on
the reel shows roll direction.
Use the forklift to pick up the reel so that the side of the reel faces the driver. DO NOT lift
the reel by placing the tines between the flanges.
DO NOT let the tines touch the cable.
Components
The optical node, taps, NIDs and NIUs should be stored indoors until the day of installation. Nodes should be
tested at the shop prior to field installation.
Because the optical tap modules vary with the number of drops they serve, they should be ordered after the instal-
lation planning is complete. The tap housings also require grommets to match the type of distribution cable being
used (see page 3.5).
Before Installation 4.1
Moving and storing reels