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FTTX Solutions Rapid Flexible Fiber BoxWith External SpoolQuick Reference Guide

TECP-90-614 · Issue 4 · November 2016

TECP-90=614 Rev D

The Rapid Flexible Fiber Box (Rapid FFB) with external spool provides a RapidReel cable system in a compact metalcabinet. The external spool versions of the Rapid FFB are equipped with internal and external spool assemblies thattogether can hold up to 1000 feet of Indoor/Outdoor (I/O) cable. Both a 12-fiber option (one cable) and a 24-fiber option (two cables) are available. The external end of each I/O cable is either stubbed or terminated with anMPO connector. The internal end of each I/O cable is secured to a splice tray or connected to sliding adapter packs(LC or SC). At installation, the I/O cables are unwound and routed to the feeder interface. The splice tray or slidingadapter packs provide the drop side interface. The following drawings show the Rapid FFB configurations.

CABINET DIMENSIONS

WIDTH: 12.75 INCHESHEIGHT: 11.5 INCHESDEPTH: 6.8 INCHES (with bracket)

Uncoil Feeder Cable FromInternal Spool

Drop Cable Installation

COMPRESSIONFITTING BASE

COMPRESSION NUT

9 10

GROMMET

Remove compression nut and grommet.

Loosen spool latch screw, then rotate spool counterclockwise to unwind cable.

To store excess slack, rotate spool clockwise.

Align spool with notch and tighten spool latch screw.

Reinstall grommet and compression nut.

Remove compression nut, spacer, and grommet.

Thread drop cable through compression nut, spacer,and compression fitting base and route into cabinet.

Splice or connect drop cable to feeder cable.

Secure drop cable inside cabinet with cable tie.

Reinstall grommet, spacer, and compression nut.

Rapid FFB with slidingadapter packs for thedrop interface

Rapid FFB with splicetrays for the drop interface

SLIDING ADAPTERPACKS

SPLICETRAYS

ROTATING INTERNALSPOOL ASSEMBLY

DROP CABLEENTRY FITTINGS

ROTATING INTERNALSPOOL ASSEMBLY

FEEDERCABLE

DROP CABLEENTRY FITTINGS

FEEDERCABLE

SPOOL LATCHSCREW

Tools and Materials1

216B Key Tool (accessory)

Pliers

#2 Phillips Screwdriver

Tape Measure

Vinyl Tape

Pen or Marker

Wire Cutter

Torque Wrench With 7/16-Inch Socket

2-Hole Compression Lug

Crimping Tool

Pulling Swivel

External Grounding System

LC or SC Connector Cleaning Kit

MPO Connector Cleaning Kit (MPO FFB)

Splicing Equipment (splicing FFB)

Pad Lock (optional)

Wood-Framed Wall

3/4-Inch Plywood Backer Board

#10 x 1-1/2-Inch Wood Screw (4)

#10 Flat Washer (4)

Drill

3/32-Inch Drill Bit

Screwdriver Drill Bit

Masonry Wall3/8-Inch Concrete Anchor

3/8-Inch x 1-1/2-Inch hex head capscrew (2)

3/8-Inch Flat Washer (2)

3/8-Inch Lock Washer (2)

Drill

5/8-Inch Masonry Drill Bit (check with supplier)

9/16-Inch Wrench

3/8-inch x 2-Inch Lag Screw (2))

Drill

9/32-inch Drill Bit

9/16-Inch Wrench

Optional1/2-Inch Threaded Rod (1) or

1/2-Inch Through-Bolt (1)

1/2-Inch Nut (2)

1/2-Inch Flat Washer (2)

1/2-Inch Lock Washer (2)

3/4-Inch Wrench

General Wall MountPole Mount

NOTE: Installation and assembly can be completed by one person.

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COMPRESSIONFITTING BASE

COMPRESSIONNUT

GROMMET

O-RINGMETAL

SPACER

RETAININGNUT

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METALSPACER

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Remove Cabinet and MountingBracket From Empty Spool

Pulling Swivel Installation - Required for Conduit or Duct Pulls

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A pulling swivel is recommended when pulling the cable through conduit or ducting. To insureproper pulling force is applied, insert the leading cable connector into the pulling connector.

Wrap several layers of vinyl tape around the pulling swivel and the trailingconnector. This will allow the connectors to slide smoothly within the conduit.

The minimum recommended conduit or firebreak hole diameter is 1-inch. If additionalcables will be installed in the same conduit, a larger diameter may be required.

!WARNING: Avoid using excessive force when pulling the cable using a cable pullingswivel. The maximum recommended pull force that may be applied to the connectorpulling eye or the cable itself is 40 lbs (18.14 kg). Always use the hand-wrap methodwhen pulling directly on the cable.

NOTE:

Uncoil Feeder Cable FromExternal Spool

2

Place spool close to mounting location beforeunwinding cable.

Unwind cable from external spool and route toFiber Panel. Install pulling swivel for conduit pulls.

Back out capscrew using 216B key tool. Slidecabinet off mounting bracket.

Cut cable ties to remove mounting bracket fromempty spool.

CAROUSELROTATE SPOOL TOUNWIND CABLE

*Wall Mount Option

CAPSCREWWITH CUPWASHER

WELDEDBRACKET

#10 X 1-1/2 INCHWOOD SCREW (4)

#10 FLATWASHER (4)

FASTENERS USED TOSECURE BRACKET TO

BACKER BOARD

MOUNTINGBRACKET

6

Fasten the 3/4-inch plywood backer board securely to the wall studs.

Secure mounting bracket to backer board using recommended fasteners.

Hang cabinet from mounting bracket.

Secure cabinet to bracket with capscrew and cup washer.

!Warning: Wet conditions increase the potential for receivingan electrical shock when installing or using electrically-poweredequipment. To prevent electrical shock, never install or useelectrical equipment in a wet location or during a lightning storm.

3/4-INCH PLYWOODBACKER BOARD

(SECURE TO WALL STUDS)

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B

*See User Manual forother mounting options

Grounding

TIGHTEN TO 40 TO 45LBS FORCE-INCHES

(4.5 TO 5.1 Nm)OF TORQUE

#6 COPPERGROUNDING

WIRE

TWO-HOLE LUG WITH0.625 INCH HOLE SPACING

1/4-INCH DIAMETERGROUNDING STUDS

7

Connect free end of grounding wire to anapproved earth ground source as specifiedby local code or practice.

Opening and ClosingCabinet

8

To open cabinet door, back out capscrewusing 216B key tool.

To close cabinet door, lift wind jammer.

MOUNTINGBRACKET

EMPTYSPOOL

CUT CABLE TIES

CAPSCREW

Hand-Wrap Method For Pulling Cable4

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If it is necessary to pull directly on the cable, start by wrapping the cable oncearound the palm of your hand.

WARNING: Avoid using excessive force when pulling the cable using the hand-wrapmethod. The maximum recommended pull force that may be applied to the connectorpulling eye or the cable itself is 40 lbs (18.14 kg). Always use the hand-wrap methodwhen pulling directly on the cable.

WARNING: Stubbed microcables are terminated with non-functional MPO connectors.Do not cut off the non-functional connector until all pulling operations are completed.Pulling a cable after the connector has been cut off will damage the cable.

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B Grasp the cable and pull firmly but carefully and without using excessive force. Avoid holdingthe cable in such a way that a sharp bend is created.

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