Installation Manual

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Issuer: Cara Stephens Doc. Num.: 6640-08-0035 Rev: A
Revised: November 21, 2008
Approval:
5.0 PRIOR TO INSTALLATION
IMPORTANT NOTE:
THE FIXED MESH NODE MUST BE PROFESSIONALLY INSTALLED BY TRAINED
PERSONNEL
5.1 Conduct a survey to determine the appropriate sites to install the nodes from an RF and
Power perspective.
5.1.1 FMNs / GWNs may be supplied with a line voltage between 16VDC and
24VDC
5.1.2 Follow approved system installation guidelines pertaining to length of both
power and RF cables.
5.1.3 Be sure that nodes are an appropriate distance away from any blasting
circuits. Per the IME Safety Library Publication No. 20, the recommended
clearance distance is a minimum 7.1 feet.
5.2. Visually inspect each FMN / GWN to ensure that:
5.2.1 The box is free from corrosion and defects.
5.2.2 All connectors are installed and there are no holes in the box.
5.2.3 The RS232 port has the proper dust cap installed.
5.2.4 If not used, the battery input connector has the proper dust cap installed.
5.2.5 The lid is properly secured with 4 screws.