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Chapter 3
Pre-Installation
Chapter Overview
This chapter provides pre-installation information for a site controller. Refer
to the EBTS System Manual (on CD: 98P80800A17) for EBTS-wide
pre-installation issues.
A pre-installation site review and evaluation helps prevent potential
equipment installation problems. Consider every subject discussed in this
chapter before site controller installation.
The following table lists this chapter’s topics
Section Page This section . . .
Receipt of Equipment 3-2 describes unpacking procedures, equipment
inventory, and equipment inspection
Site Planning 3-3 covers site considerations relating to the site
controller
Electrical
Requirements
3-12 defines the requirements for AC power,
transfer switch, breaker panel configuration,
rectifier wiring, surge arrestors, cabinet power,
and an optional back-up generator
Grounding
Requirements
3-15 defines the grounding standards, installation of
ground rings, antenna tower grounding, site
grounding, and equipment grounding
Antenna Installation 3-19 describes GPS antenna considerations, color
coding and identification, and surge
suppression
Alarm Wiring 3-22 describes the connection of smoke detectors,
burglar alarms, and temperature sensors
Recommended Tools,
Equipment, and Parts
3-29 lists the recommended tools, equipment, and
parts required for installation