User's Manual Part 1

PAF-0813-E0-001 Installation Instructions
044-05287 Rev A 3-3
Figure 3-1 Frame Installation
Seismic Brace (Optional)
The PAF system meets GR-63-CORE, Section 4.4.1, Zone 4 compliance. If additional bracing is required,
Powerwave offers an optional seismic brace kit for those circumstances. Please contact a Powerwave sales
representative for additional information and assistance.
DC Connections
Connect and verify DC power cables between the BTS power plant and the PAF system circuit breaker panel
and PAF return bus located at the top of the PAF as instructed in Table 3-5. Required power is +27 VBC, and
each power input is directly connected through the circuit breaker in the front of the panel to the power output
directly below it in the panel.i
Table 3-2 PAF Frame Installation Procedure
Step Action
1. Set PAF frame in planned location
2. Mark floor drill holes on floor where lag bolts will be installed. Move frame to side. Refer
to lag bolt manufacturer’s instructions for hole depth and diameter
3. Move frame back over drilled holes
4. Use a level to ensure frame is not leaning. Insert shims between frame base and floor to
level frame. Shims should wrap around lag bolts as shown in Figure 3-2
5. Secure frame in place with red eye lag bolts and appropriate washers
WARNING: Turn off external DC power before connecting DC power cables.
Concrete
Lag Anchor
Shim
Cabinet
Flat Washer
Lock Washer
Lag Bolt