Replacing Main Unit

RBS 6302

Operating Instructions

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Disclaimer

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continued progress in methodology, design and manufacturing. Ericsson shall
have no liability for any error or damage of any kind resulting from the use of this
document.

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Contents

1 Introduction 1
1.1 Prerequisites 3
1.2 Warranty Seal 4

2 Replacing the Main Unit 5

2.1 Removing the Main Unit 5
2.2 Installing the Main Unit 33

3 Replacing the GNSS Receiver Unit 34

3.1 Removing the GNSS Receiver Unit 34
3.2 Installing the GNSS Receiver Unit 38

4 Performing Concluding Routines 39

5 References 40

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 Introduction

1 Introduction

This instruction describes how to remove the RBS 6302 main unit and optional
Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) receiver unit, in preparation for
installing replacement units. The main unit removal and subsequent replacement
procedures are ordinarily performed during off-peak hours to minimize traffic
disturbance.

The main unit installation alternatives are presented in Figure 1, and are the
following:

— Single unit on a pole

— Single unit on a wall

— Dual unit back-to-back on a pole

— Dual unit back-to-back on a wall

— Triple unit on a pole

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Ge2569A

Figure 1 RBS 6302 Main Unit Installation Alternatives

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1.1 Prerequisites
This section contains information on the documents, tools, and conditions that
apply to the procedures.

Note: Information on compatibility issues can be found in Compatibilities for

Hardware and Software.

1.1.1 Documents
Make sure that the following documents are read and
understood:
—Personal Health and Safety Information

—System Safety Information

—Transportation and Storage

1.1.2 Tools
The tools required for replacing the main unit are listed in Table 1.

Table 1 Required Tools

Tool Product Name
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) wrist strap

Socket wrench
—Socket 13 mm

—Socket 16 mm
Extension bar, 250 mm

Torx screwdriver
—Torx T10

—Torx T25
Torque screwdriver 0.5–4.0 Nm, or similar
—Torx T20

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Tool Product Name

Tool for cable ties

Ferrule end-face cleaner

Lifting device

1.1.3 Conditions
Before starting this procedure, ensure that the following conditions are met:

— A work order is available.

— Applicable new units are available.

— If applicable, a client configured to run the RBS Element Manager (RBS EM)
with the relevant Java plug-in version installed, is available.

— If applicable, a new Configuration Version (CV) is loaded.

— All relevant documentation is available.

— All keys are available (including padlock keys for the optional solar shield
padlock), and site access is granted.

Note: The following precautions must be taken when working at height:

— Wear a safety belt and helmet.

— Wear adequate protective clothing in cold weather.

— Use only tested and approved lifting devices.

1.2 Warranty Seal

The product is equipped with a warranty seal sticker.

Note: Seals that have been implemented by Ericsson must not be broken or
removed, as it otherwise voids warranty.

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2 Replacing the Main Unit

This section contains instructions for how to replace a main unit.

Information about compatibilities of hardware and software can be found in

Compatibilities for Hardware and Software.

For WCDMA, it is possible to expand the main unit with a second unit in a dual
unit configuration, where two connected units constitute one RBS. For more
information, see Expanding Configurations.

Note: In a dual unit configuration, only the faulty unit is replaced.

2.1 Removing the Main Unit

The procedures for removing a main unit apply to wall or pole installation.
Removing a faulty main unit implies reinstalling a replacement unit. All
replacement parts are in place in preparation for either wall or pole reinstallation.

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Warning!

When working at height, there is a risk of falling objects. Falling objects can cause serious
injury or even be fatal. Always wear a helmet and avoid standing in an area where
objects can fall.

Warning!

High energy levels are present in this unit. Improper handling of the unit can lead to short
circuits that can result in serious injury. Exercise care when working with this unit.

Do!

This product contains components sensitive to ESD. Use an approved ESD wrist strap,
connected to the product grounding point, to avoid damaging these components.

2.1.1 Preparing Removal

Note: Be careful not to drop any equipment, tools, or screws if you are working
at height. Tools should be secured to belts or harnesses if working at
height.

Steps

To prepare the main unit for removal, perform the following procedure:

1. Inform the Operation and Maintenance Center (OMC) that work is to start at
the node site. The OMC can then take the affected sectors out of service to
minimize traffic disturbance.

2. If you are ready to install new equipment, check to see that the items
delivered correspond to the packing list. Unpack the replacement unit, and
check to see that it is not damaged. If it is damaged, immediately report to
the transport company. Take a photo of the damage to expedite the claims
process.

Note: Always rest the main unit standing upright on a flat surface or
laying down on its back.

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3. Ensure that the old unit has the administrative state locked, if possible.

4. Switch off the main unit's external power (there is no internal power switch
on the main unit).

5. Disconnect the power cable from

the main unit or the PSU AC.

Ge2125A

Ge2160A

6. Release the front solar shield by pressing outwards on both rails and slide
the solar shield upwards until it snaps in the upper position.

Note: If the front solar shield is equipped with the padlock option, you
must first unlock it. Put the locks and keys in a pocket or otherwise
secure them if working at height.

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Ge2274A

7. Loosen the four captive screws holding the installation cover using a T20
Torx screwdriver.

T20 Torx

Ge2666A

8. Open the installation cover until it snaps into position, holding the
installation cover open.

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Ge2150A

9. Connect the ESD wrist strap to the grounding point on the main unit, as
shown.
Always use the ESD wrist strap when handling cables inside the installation
cover on the main unit.

Ge2363A

10. Open the cable gland holding the optical cables.

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Note: Ensure that all cables are labeled before disconnecting them.

Ge2667A

11. Remove the optical cables by unplugging them from the Small form Factor
Pluggable (SFP) modules.

Note: Never touch the end face of the optical connectors. Protect from dirt
or grease that can damage fiber optic cables. Too much or careless
bending may damage the cable. The minimum allowed bending
radius can be found in Installing Optical Cables for Main-Remote
Solutions.

IDL
TN B
A B
C
D
E
F

Ge2668A

12. Cover the optical cables with a plastic bag and clamp or strap the cables to
the pole, or wall.

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Note: Do not clamp the cable too tight. Proper handling of optical cables
in main remote systems, can be found in Installing Optical Cables
for Main-Remote Solutions

Ge2732A

13. Open the cable gland holding the electrical cables.

Note: Ensure that all cables are labeled before disconnecting them.

Ge2669A

14. Loosen the three captive screws holding the shield terminal in place using a
T10 Torx screwdriver.

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T10 Torx

Ge2672A

15. Disconnect the electrical transmission cables from the main unit, port TN A,
ET A, and ET B, if applicable.

GPS
EC
AUX
LMT A
LMT B
TN A
ET A
ET B
! 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
EC E
SAU

Ge2670A

16. Disconnect the external alarm by removing two socket connectors from the
main unit, if applicable.

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Ge2671A

17. Unscrew and disconnect the GNSS RF cable, if applicable

Ge2673A

18. Disconnect the ESD wrist strap from the grounding point on the main unit.

19. Disconnect the ground cable from the main unit using a wrench fitted with a
13 mm socket.

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Socket 13 mm

Ge2174A

20. Secure all the cables and the shield terminal. Clamp or strap the cables to the
pole or wall.
Cover the cables connections and the shield terminal with a plastic bag, if
necessary.

Ge2675A

21. Close the installation cover, and tighten the four captive screws to a torque of
1.7 Nm using a T20 Torx screwdriver.

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T20 Torx

1.7 Nm

Ge2155A

22. Close the front solar shield by sliding it down until it snaps into closed
position.

Ge2276A

23. Attach a lifting device to the top of the pole or wall, where the main unit is to
be attached to.

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24. Pull a rope through the block on the lifting device, and attach the end of the
rope to the handle of the main unit. This rope is for lowering the main unit.
Attach another rope to one of the stands on the main unit. This rope is for
guiding the main unit to prevent it from hitting the pole, wall, or other units.

25. Select one of the following scenarios and perform the continuing procedure
in the section indicated:
— For removing the main unit from a single unit pole installation kit, see
Removal from a Single Unit Pole Installation kit on page 16.

— For removing the main unit from a single unit wall installation kit, see
Removal from a Single Unit Wall Installation kit on page 19.

— For removing the main unit from a dual unit back-to-back pole
installation kit, see Removal from a Dual Unit Back-to-Back Pole
Installation kit on page 22.

— For removing the main unit from a dual unit back-to-back wall
installation kit, see Removal from a Dual Unit Back-to-Back Wall
Installation kit on page 26.

— For removing the main unit from a triple unit pole installation kit, see
Removal from a Triple Unit Pole Installation kit on page 30.

2.1.2 Removal from a Single Unit Pole Installation kit

Steps

To remove the main unit, preform the following procedure:

1. Loosen the two M10 bolts on the top side of the upper pole clamp, and the
two M10 bolts on the bottom of the lower pole clamp using a wrench fitted
with a 16 mm socket.

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16 mm

Ge2676A

2. Unhook the main unit from the upper pole clamp. Move the upper part of the
main unit 10 mm to the left so that the bolts on the upper pole clamp are
released through the wide part of the holes on the upper bracket of the main
unit.

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3. Lower the main unit as shown.

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4. Continue the procedure in Concluding procedure on page 33.

2.1.3 Removal from a Single Unit Wall Installation kit

Steps

To remove the main unit, preform the following procedure:

1. Loosen the two M10 bolts on the top side of the upper bracket, and the two
M10 bolts on the bottom of the lower bracket using a wrench fitted with a 16
mm socket.

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16 mm

Ge2684A

2. Unhook the main unit from the wall brackets. Move the lower part of the
main unit away from the wall. Move the upper part of the main unit 10 mm
to the left so that the bolts on the upper wall bracket are released through
the wide part of the holes on the upper bracket of the main unit.

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Ge2678A

3. Lower the main unit as shown.

Ge2679A

4. Continue the procedure in Concluding procedure on page 33.

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2.1.4 Removal from a Dual Unit Back-to-Back Pole Installation kit

Steps

To remove the main unit, preform the following procedure:

1. Loosen the five captive screws holding the back-to-back plates using a T25
Torx screwdriver.

T25

Ge2687A

2. Loosen the inner eight M10 bolts using a wrench fitted with a 16 mm socket.

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16 mm

Ge2691A

3. Carefully loosen the outer eight M10 bolts until the back-to-back plates can
be opened.

16 mm

Ge2692A

4. Loosen the four M10 bolts on the inner side of the plate using a wrench fitted
with a 16 mm socket.

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16 mm

Ge2693A

5. Unhook the main unit from the back-to-back plate.

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Ge2694A

6. Lower the main unit as shown.

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7. Continue the procedure in Concluding procedure on page 33.

2.1.5 Removal from a Dual Unit Back-to-Back Wall Installation kit

Steps

To remove the main unit, preform the following procedure:

1. Loosen the five captive screws holding the back-to-back plates using a T25
Torx screwdriver.

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T25

Ge2685A

2. Loosen the inner eight M10 bolts using a wrench fitted with a 16 mm socket.

16 mm

Ge2688A

3. Carefully loosen the outer eight M10 bolts until the back-to-back plates can
be opened.

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16 mm

Ge2689A

4. Loosen the four M10 bolts on the inner side of the plate using a wrench fitted
with a 16 mm socket.

16 mm

Ge2695A

5. Unhook the main unit from the back-to-back plate.

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Ge2690A

6. Lower the main unit as shown.

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Ge2680A

7. Continue the procedure in Concluding procedure on page 33.

2.1.6 Removal from a Triple Unit Pole Installation kit

Steps

To remove the main unit, preform the following procedure:

1. Loosen the two M10 bolts on the top side of the upper pole clamp, and the
two M10 bolts on the bottom of the lower pole clamp using a wrench fitted
with a 16 mm socket.

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Ge2569A

2. Unhook the main unit from the pole clamps. Move the lower part of the main
unit away from the pole, while moving the upper part of the main unit 10
mm to the left so that the bolts on the upper pole clamp are released through
the wide part of the holes on the upper bracket of the main unit.

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Ge2719A

3. Lower the main unit as shown.

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Ge2679A

4. Continue the procedure in Concluding procedure on page 33.

2.1.7 Concluding procedure

Steps

1. Remove all SFP modules from the optical connectors.

2. Unscrew and remove the mounting brackets, and bolts from the main unit
using a wrench fitted with a 16 mm socket.

3. If applicable, remove the GNSS receiver unit, as described in Replacing the

GNSS Receiver Unit on page 34.

4. If applicable, remove the Power Supply Unit (PSU) AC, as described in

Replacing Power Units.

2.2 Installing the Main Unit

The main unit installation procedures can be found in Installing RBS.

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3 Replacing the GNSS Receiver Unit

This section contains procedures on how to replace the GNSS receiver unit in the
main unit.

For more information on the GNSS receiver system, refer to GNSS Receiver
System User Guide.

3.1 Removing the GNSS Receiver Unit

To remove the GNSS receiver unit, perform the following procedure:

Steps

1. Perform Step 6 in Section 2.1.1 to Step 12 in Section 2.1.1 as described in

Removing the Main Unit on page 5, if applicable.

2. If there are cables connected to the shield terminal, loosen the three captive
screws holding the shield terminal in place using a T10 Torx screwdriver.

T10 Torx

Ge2715A

3. Loosen the five captive screws holding the GNSS cover in place using a T10
Torx screwdriver. Remove the GNSS cover.

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T10 Torx

Ge2722A

4. Remove the GNSS receiver unit. There are two different ways to remove the
GNSS receiver unit depending on the R-state of the RBS. For R-state R1, see
second illustration below. For R-state R2 and higher: Pull the GNSS receiver
unit straight up as shown in the following illustration.

Note: Be careful not to break the coax cable connector.

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Ge3337A

For RBS in R-state R1: Pull the right-hand side of the GNSS receiver unit
straight up, and then unhook the left-hand side as shown in the following
illustration.

Note: Be careful not to break the coax cable connector.

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1 2

Ge2723A

5. Disconnect the internal RJ-45 cable from the GNSS receiver unit.

Port 1

Ge2717B

6. Unscrew the internal coax cable from the ANT port on the GNSS receiver
unit, and disconnect the cable.

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Ge2718B

3.2 Installing the GNSS Receiver Unit

The installation procedures for the GNSS receiver unit is described in Installing
RBS.

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4 Performing Concluding Routines

Proceed with the instructions in the work order or in the OPerational Instructions
(OPI) that refers to this OPI.

The RBS main unit replacement procedures have been performed as described in
the Installing RBS and other relevant documentation for cabling, spare parts, and
so on, have been followed and required work performed.

Steps

Before leaving the site, perform the following procedure:

1. Ensure that the RBS is operational and that no alarms are active.
(Information about optical indicators, can be found in Indicators, Buttons,
and Switches and RBS Description.)

Note: Reaching final optical indicator status can take up to 30 minutes.

2. Save the configuration backup, if applicable.

3. Exit the software application and disconnect the terminal, if applicable.

4. Disconnect the ESD wrist strap, if applicable.

5. Collect all tools.

6. Inform the OMC that work is finished at the node site.

7. Close and lock the main unit, if applicable.

8. Complete the work order.

9. Follow the procedures for the return and disposal of replacement parts and
the disposal of packing. Information about how to handle faulty equipment
can be found in Handling Faulty Equipment.

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5 References

Safety

— Personal Health and Safety Information

124 46-2885

— System Safety Information

124 46-2886

Generic

— Handling Faulty Equipment

2/1541-LZA 701 6001

— Indicators, Buttons, and Switches

19/1551-LZA 701 6001

— Replacing Power Units

83/1543-LZA 701 6001

— Installing RBS

17/1531-LZA 701 6001

— RBS Description

113/1551-LZA 701 6001

WCDMA

— Compatibilities for Hardware and Software

11/1551-LZA 701 6003

— Element Manager

2/1553-LZA 701 6003

— Expanding Configurations

52/1543-LZA 701 6008

Site

— Installing Optical Cables for Main-Remote Solutions

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15/1531-LZA 701 0003

— GNSS Receiver System User Guide

6/1553-LZA 701 6009

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