The American Power Conversion (APC®) NetShelter® AV Enclosure is a high-quality enclosure for
storage of industry-st andard (EIA-310), 19-inch rack-mount hardware, which includes servers, voice,
data, networking, security, audio-visual, and APC power protection equipment.
Various accessories are mentioned in this manual . For comple te details on any accessory, see the APC
Web site, www.apc.com. T o qui ckly f ind a part on the APC Web site, enter the p art number i n the Search
field.
For additional informati on about this product, see the product page on the APC Web site, www.apc.com
Safety Warnings and Cautions
Observe all Warnings and Cautions in this manual, plus the following.
Tip Hazard: This equipment is easi ly tipped. Use extreme caution when unpacking or
moving.
Heavy: Use at least two people to unpack the enclosure.
Warning: To avoid damage or injury, do not use the roof a s a walkway.
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Unpacking the Enclosure
Disclaimer
American Power Conversion is not responsible for damage sustained during reshi pment of this product.
Receiving inspection
Inspect the package and content s for shipping d amage, and make sure tha t all pa rts wer e sent. Repor t any
damage immediately to the shipping agent. Repor t missing contents, damage, or other problems
immediately to APC or your APC reseller.
Please Recycle
The shipping materials are recyclable. Save them for later use, or dispose of them
appropriately.
Procedure
1. Move the shipping pallet to a firm, level surfac e in an open area . In spect for visible signs of
shipping damage. If you detect shipping damage, contact APC Customer Support using the
contact information on the back cover of this manual.
2. See the label on the packaging to determine where to cut the wrapping. Using sturdy shears or a
utility knife, carefully remove the plastic stretch wrap surrounding the enclosure.
3. Remove the four cardboard corner protectors.
4. Remove and retain the two pallet-mounting brackets with mounting hardware that anchor the
enclosure to the shipping pallet. Use a 13-mm wrench (not provided).
Note: Save the pallet-mounting brackets if you plan to bolt the enclosure to the floor .
5. With one person on each side of the enclosure, carefully roll it toward the rear of the pallet until
the rear casters clear the back edge of the pallet. Continue to slide the enclosure until the rear
casters touch the floor.
6. While one person carefully tips the enclos ur e slightly away from the pallet, ha ve the other person
pull the pallet away from the enclosure. Set the enclosure gently on its casters.
Warning: Use caution when moving an empty enclosure on its casters; the enclosure
may be unstable when pushed or pulled from the side. Push the enclosur e from the
front or back when moving it on its casters. For extra sta bility, load 158 kg (350 lbs)
of equipment into the bottom of the enclosure before moving it on its casters.