Answer Solutions Specification Guide - OEC Business Interiors

Distribution Products.Product DetailsPowerkits can be installedevery 12" vertically. Typicallythey are positioned in thepanel base, at worksurfaceheight, or in both locations.Pass-through powerkitsextend power betweenpanels.Width of panel determineshow many receptacleand communication locationsare available.18"W Pass throughrouting only.12"24"W with one power block.Communication openinglines up above power blockon one side of panel only.12"30"W with two powerblocks. Communicationopenings line up above theright-hand power block.One opening on each sideof panel.12"36"W to 48"W with two powerblocks. Communicationopenings line up above theright-hand power block.One opening on each sideof panel.12"60"W to 72"W with fourpower blocks. Communicationopenings line up above theright-hand power block ofeach pair. Two openings oneach side of panel.15-amp or 20-ampduplex receptaclessnap into powerkits on oneside or both sides of thepanel. Install receptaclesonly where you want them.Add more receptacles in thefuture.Exception: When usingtechnology skins, receptaclesare required in allpower block locations.Tip: If receptacles are notspecified for all power blocklocations, you must orderfiller through CustomerService parts (891500350MP,package of 20)...Three wiring schematicsare available—3+1,2+2, and three circuits withseparate neutrals (3SN). Allthe components in anelectrical distribution systemmust use the same wiringschematic. For safety thecomponents are keyed,labeled, and color-coded tomake it impossible toconnect mismatched parts.cPage 69Performance tackableacoustical skins andtackable acousticalskins can be cut in thefield to allow access toreceptacle and communicationoutlets. Order cuttingtemplates through ServiceParts (T500940SR). Steelskins do not have cutoutsand cannot accommodatereceptacles. Install powerreceptacles and communicationports in the panelbase cover below the steelskin or use a technologyskin..KnockoutKnockouts and cutoutsfor receptacles in the panelbase trim and skins arealways 10 5 ⁄8" from the outsideedges of the panel.Knockouts for communicationin base accommodatemodular furniture size only.Filler to close unwantedopenings in base trim isavailable from Service Parts..Wire separators arenot required. All electricalharnesses are shielded.Local electrical codesvary. Consult a qualifiedelectrical contractor orengineer for the properinstallation of all electricalcomponents.Chicago and New Yorkhave special requirements.cPages 81 and 87.Wiring & CablingAnswer Solutions Specification Guide cDistribution Products, continued 85