Linear H312KIT Service Center Enclosure Instruction Manual

June 16, 2024
LINEAR

Linear H312KIT Service Center Enclosure

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Product Information

Specifications

Enclosure Features

  • Vented enclosure cover for easy wiring and better component cooling
  • Eight combination conduit knockouts for 2 or 1/2 conduit fittings
  • Additional knockout on the bottom for mounting a single-gang junction box for AC outlet installation
  • OpenHouse mounting grid for secure snap-on installation of wiring modules

FAQ

  • Q: Can the enclosure be surface mounted?
    • A: Yes, the enclosure can be surface mounted. It features surface mounting holes for easy installation.
  • Q: What are the dimensions of the enclosure?
    • A: The dimensions of the enclosure are not provided in the user manual. Please refer to the product specifications or contact customer support for detailed dimensions.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

The Model H312KIT is an ETL Listed structured wiring service center enclosure featuring 19 grid inches of mounting capacity in two 9-1/2” columns. OpenHouse and ChannelPlus structured wiring modules snap securely into the enclosure’s mounting grid. The enclosure mounts in the wall between standard 16-inch spaced studs, or it can be surface mounted. The fl exi-mount system features four flexible mounting tabs on the sides of the enclosure. The fl exi-mount tabs compensate for varying stud spacing and allow for adjusting the depth of the cabinet for fl ush-mounting with all thicknesses of drywall.

A snap-on cover that can be screwed shut is supplied with the enclosure. The vented cover has a raised interior, allowing for easy wiring and better component cooling. Eight combination conduit knockouts (four along the top, two on the bottom, and one on each side) that fi t either 2” or 1/2” conduit fithings are provided. The enclosure has an additional knockout on the bottom to mount a single-gang junction box for AC outlet installation.

ENCLOSURE FEATURES

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PRE-WIRE RECOMMENDATIONS

The cables in an OpenHouse structured wire installation are “home run” from the various rooms to the service center enclosure location. Two types of cables are commonly used for communication and entertainment: Cat-5e, 4-UTP (four Unshielded Twisted Pairs) for Ethernet network data, intercom, or up to four telephone lines. RG-6 coax for television (cable or antenna), satellite dish, cable modem, audio, video and audio/video RF modulator signals. See the following table for pre-wire cabling recommendations.

  TYPICAL ROOM MEDIA CENTER HOME OFFICE
GOOD 1 Cat-5e / 1 RG-6 1 Cat-5e / 3 RG-6 1 Cat-5e / 2 RG-6
BETTER 2 Cat-5e / 1 RG-6 2 Cat-5e / 3 RG-6 2 Cat-5e / 2 RG-6
BEST 2 Cat-5e / 2 RG-6 3 Cat-5e / 3 RG-6 3 Cat-5e / 3 RG-6
  • Good…
    • Typical room: phone, TV
    • Media center: phone, satellite receiver, AV modulators
    • Home office: phone, TV, cable modem
  • Better…
    • Typical room: phone, TV, Ethernet, intercom
    • Media center: phone, TV, Ethernet, satellite receiver, AV modulators
    • Home office: phone, TV, Ethernet, cable modem, intercom
  • Best…
    • Typical room: phone, TV, Ethernet, satellite receiver, intercom
    • Media center: phone, TV, Ethernet, satellite receiver, AV modulators, fast data
    • Home office: phone, TV, Ethernet, satellite receiver, cable modem, intercom

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

ENCLOSURE MOUNTING

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OPTIONAL J-BOX INSTALLATION

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CAUTION: THE AC OUTLET AND AC POWER WIRING MUST BE INSTALLED BY A LICENSED ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR.

OPTIONAL ENCLOSURE COUPLING

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CABLE INSTALLATION

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  • REMOVE CARDBOARD PAINT SHIELD
  • SAVE IT FOR LATER USE

PAINT SHIELD INSTALLATION

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MODULE INSTALLATION

COVER INSTALLATION

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LIMITED WARRANTY

Linear LLC warrants this OpenHouse product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for 15 years. The time period will be measured using the date code labeled on the product. Linear LLC is not responsible for damage to the product resulting from the buyer’s improper handling, stocking or warehousing of the product. Any implied warranty arising from the sale of the product including implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for purpose are limited. Linear LLC shall not be responsible for any losses, damages or expenses, whether direct, consequential, or incidental arising from the use or the inability to use the product.

Some states and countries do not allow limitations or how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation or incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusions may not apply. The Linear LLC warranty gives specifi c legal rights in addition to other rights, which may exist and vary from state to state and country to country. The warranty is limited to repair or replacement of products returned, freight prepaid, to Linear LLC, there is NO PROVISION FOR LABOR COST OR OTHER REIMBURSEMENTS OF ANY KIND.

  1. Failures due to product abuse, such as negligence, improper use, and electrical surge including damage from lightning, water damage or other damage due to natural disasters are not covered by the warranty. The most common form of product abuse is surge damage caused by lightning.
  2. The warranty shall also be voided by any tampering with the date code, labels or other markings on the product.
  3. Products that are damaged in transit to Linear LLC due to improper packaging or by the carrier (shipping company) will not be covered under the warranty. If the product was damaged or lost by the carrier, it is the sender’s responsibility to create a claim against the carrier.
  4. The user is responsible for all labor costs associated with removing, reinstalling and returning the product to Linear LLC.

Linear LLC, at its option, will repair or replace the defective product. Replacements will be made from B-Stock, if an exact replacement is not available, Linear LLC, at its option, will select the nearest equivalent product. The user is responsible for freight charges to Linear LLC. Linear LLC will return warranted repaired or replacements by UPS Ground or an equivalent service. A customer may pay the additional costs for second-day or next-day service. All products returned for warranty service require a Return Product Authorization Number (RPA#). Contact Linear Technical Services at 1-800-421-1587 for an RPA# and other important details.

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